Rishabh Pant Penalized for Slow Over-Rate in IPL Match Against CSK
In a recent IPL match, Rishabh Pant, captain of Lucknow Super Giants, was fined ₹12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate against Chennai Super Kings. This penalty marks the team's first offense of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct. Despite the fine, LSG secured a victory over CSK by seven wickets. The incident highlights the importance of adhering to the over-rate regulations in the fast-paced world of cricket. Read on to find out more about the implications of this fine and the match details.
| May 16, 2026, 17:09 IST
Rishabh Pant Faces Fine for Over-Rate Violation
Lucknow: Rishabh Pant, the captain of Lucknow Super Giants, has been imposed a fine of ₹12 lakh due to his team's slow over-rate during their recent IPL encounter against Chennai Super Kings.
The match concluded with LSG triumphing over CSK by a margin of seven wickets on Friday.
According to a statement from the IPL, "This penalty is a result of the team's first infraction of the season regarding minimum over-rate violations as outlined in Article 2.22 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, leading to Rishabh Pant being fined ₹12 lakh."