Rishabh Pant Seeks His Captaincy Dream, Setting Sights on the International Stage
Rishabh Pant’s ambitious desires are finally coming to light. Following his recent move to the Lucknow Super Giants, co-owner Parth Jindal has revealed the talented batter’s unwavering pursuit becoming the captain of the Indian national cricket team.
“We knew about his ambitions and where he wants to go in his life. He made it clear to us that his dream is to captain India and that starts with leading an IPL team,” Jindal shared, highlighting Pant’s unwavering determination.
Pant’s decision to leave the Delhi Capitals after a successful stint was fueled by his desire to step into a leadership role. While the Capitals were eager to retain him, Pant sought a new challenge where he could gain valuable captaincy experience.
A New Chapter in Lucknow: Pant’s Captaincy Debut
The Lucknow Super Giants won the bidding war for Pant’s services at a staggering INR 27 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction. The franchise, recognizing Pant’s immense potential, has placed its trust in him to lead them into the 18th season.
Jindal expressed confidence in Pant’s ability to adapt to the captaincy role, emphasizing his natural leadership qualities. “He’s a passionate player with a great cricketing mind,” Jindal remarked.
Delhi Capitals Eyeing Their Next Leader
With Pant’s departure, the Delhi Capitals are now searching for a new captain to guide the team. Jindal hinted at two strong internal candidates who are well-equipped to take the reins: Axar Patel and KL Rahul.
“Axar has been with the team for a long time. He has been good for the franchise and is the best all-rounder in T20 cricket. He has been phenomenal for us and has done a great job as a vice-captain. Whenever Rishabh was not available due to any concern, he led the team from the front. He is one of the guys who can do a great job for Delhi in IPL 2025,” Jindal explained, praising Patel’s impressive track record and leadership potential.
Rahul, a seasoned IPL campaigner, also presents a compelling option.
After his own departure from the Lucknow Super Giants, Rahul’s arrival in Delhi marks a fresh start for both the player and the franchise.
“We have to take a decision regarding captaincy and I haven’t spoken to anybody about it,” Jindal stated, emphasizing that the decision will be made carefully after thorough consideration of all factors.
A New Vision for the Super Giants and the Capitals
Pant’s move to Lucknow marks a new chapter in his career, offering him the ideal platform to develop his captaincy skills. Meanwhile, the Delhi Capitals are embarking on a fresh journey with their future captain yet to be determined. Both franchises are poised for exciting seasons ahead, with Pant leading the Super Giants in their pursuit of IPL glory and the Capitals welcoming a new leader to guide them to success.
What are Rishabh Pant’s ambitions regarding leading the Indian national team?
## Rishabh Pant’s Captaincy Ambitions: An Interview with Parth Jindal
**Today we’re joined by Parth Jindal, co-owner of the Delhi Capitals, who provides insight into Rishabh Pant’s recent move to the Lucknow Super Giants and the aspiring cricketer’s goals.**
**Interviewer:** Parth, thanks for joining us. Rishabh Pant’s move to the Lucknow Super Giants surprised some fans. Can you shed some light on the reasons behind this decision?
**Parth Jindal:** Certainly. Rishabh is a tremendously talented player, and we were certainly hoping to retain him at the Delhi Capitals. However, it became clear during our conversations that Rishabh has a burning desire to captain the Indian national team. [[1](https://circleofcricket.com/category/IPL/94643/his-dream-is-to-captain-india-parth-jindal-reveals-philosophy-not-captaincy-led-to-rishabh-pants-exit-from-delhi-capitals)] He recognizes that leading an IPL team is a crucial stepping stone towards achieving that goal.
**Interviewer:** So, this move is entirely driven by Pant’s ambition to gain captaincy experience?
**Parth Jindal:** Precisely. We understood his aspirations and respected his decision. We’re confident that he has the potential to be a successful captain, and the Lucknow Super Giants have made a strong investment in him.
**Interviewer:** It seems like a natural progression for Pant after leading the Delhi Capitals for the past few years.
**Parth Jindal:** Absolutely. He’s demonstrated leadership qualities during his time with us.
**Interviewer:** Do you think Pant’s move to Lucknow will ultimately benefit him in his quest to captain India?
**Parth Jindal:** I believe so. It’s a fresh start and a new challenge. By leading a different team with new dynamics, he can further develop his leadership skills and prove himself on a larger stage. We wish him all the best in his endeavors.
