Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant made a positive return to high-level leadership, captaining India on Day 1 of the second Test against South Africa. Pant’s energetic and vocal presence behind the stumps became a major highlight, setting an active and motivating tone for the Indian bowlers.
Viral stump-mic moments captured Pant’s constant encouragement, offering a glimpse into the dynamic captaincy style that LSG fans have come to appreciate. This outing marks a significant step in his return to full match fitness and leadership duties, demonstrating his mental strength and commitment to the game.
Despite South Africa reaching 247/6 at stumps, Pant's active role in field placements and motivating his bowlers, particularly Kuldeep Yadav, showed a balance of instinct and calmness, confirming his readiness to lead both the national side and the Super Giants in the upcoming IPL season.

Leading highest individual scores scorers in IPL 2025 (batting specialists only: batters/all-rounders/wicketkeepers)
| Rank | Player | Team | highest-scorers |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | SRH | 141 | |
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“Rishabh Pant captained India on Day 1 of the second Test, his vocal encouragement from behind the stumps becoming a highlight. Viral stump-mic moments captured his active role in motivating bowlers and setting the tone.”
“Rishabh Pant captained India on Day 1 of the second Test, his vocal encouragement from behind the stumps becoming a highlight. Viral stump-mic moments captured his active role in motivating bowlers and setting the tone.”
| #2 |
| LSG |
| 118* |
| #3 | DC | 112* |
| #4 | GT | 108* |
| #5 | SRH | 106* |