Nicholas Pooran's Underperformance Leaves Lucknow Super Giants with ₹7.19 Crore Loss
₹7.19 crore loss in 5 matches; Nicholas Pooran's RCB flop show makes LSG's biggest retention bet look gloomy
Hindustan Times
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Nicholas Pooran's disappointing performance in the IPL 2026 season has resulted in a staggering loss of ₹7.19 crore for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Retained for ₹21 crore, Pooran's contributions have fallen short, raising concerns about his value as a key player for the franchise.
- 01Nicholas Pooran has returned only ₹31.13 lakh in value over five matches.
- 02LSG's financial exposure from Pooran's retention stands at ₹7.50 crore.
- 03Pooran's performance has resulted in a running loss of ₹7.19 crore for the franchise.
- 04He has delivered value in only two out of five matches this season.
- 05The team's reliance on Pooran as a key player is becoming increasingly problematic.
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Nicholas Pooran's retention for ₹21 crore by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) is proving to be a costly decision as he has contributed only ₹31.13 lakh in value over five matches, leading to a running loss of ₹7.19 crore. In the recent match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Pooran managed just 1 run off 7 balls, exacerbating the team's financial woes. With a per-match cost of ₹1.5 crore, Pooran's lack of performance is raising concerns about his ability to justify his elite retention value. His disappointing showing has left LSG in a precarious position, as they expected him to be a stabilizing force in challenging conditions. Unless Pooran can quickly turn around his form, LSG's investment may become one of the most significant liabilities of IPL 2026.
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Pooran's underperformance is financially impacting LSG's budget, potentially affecting their ability to invest in other players or strategies.
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