Ex-England Star Questions Rishabh Pant's Opening Role: 'Gone A Little Too Far'

• Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen questions Rishabh Pant's decision to open for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026.
• Pant was run out bizarrely at the non-striker's end in the match against Delhi Capitals after promoting himself to open.
• Pietersen suggests Pant might be adding unnecessary pressure and is better suited for a different role in the lineup.
• Pant, IPL's most expensive player last year, scored 269 runs in 13 matches at an average of 24.45, with one century.
• Lucknow Super Giants lost their season opener, and Pant's batting position remains under scrutiny ahead of their next match.