Rishabh Pant's IPL Comeback: Batting at No. 3 to Reclaim T20 Spot

• Rishabh Pant to bat at number three for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL, aiming for India's T20 team return.
• This IPL season is crucial for Pant, especially after a record 27 crore rupees inclusion in the 2025 mega auction.
• Pant, currently a Test regular and ODI backup, lost his T20 spot after India's 2024 World Cup win.
• Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan's strong performances make Pant's return challenging, requiring exceptional play.
• Head coach Justin Langer and team management support Pant's move to number three, with Nicholas Pooran adjusting.