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LSG Unleashes Batting Sensation Raghuwanshi
4 May
Summary
- Akshat Raghuwanshi makes IPL debut for Lucknow Super Giants.
- Raghuwanshi idolizes Rohit Sharma and debuts against him.
- He gained fame for aggressive Madhya Pradesh League performance.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant announced on May 4, 2026, that Akshat Raghuwanshi would receive his maiden Indian Premier League cap. The young batter, acquired for 2.2 crore, emerged as a significant prospect following his impressive performances in the Madhya Pradesh League in 2025. His aggressive stroke play and ability to accelerate runs made him a talked-about player for the 2026 season, an era where LSG is currently at the league's bottom.
Raghuwanshi's cricket journey commenced at age three, guided by his father in Gwalior. He showcased his talent in age-group cricket and later in the 2021-22 Ranji Trophy season, scoring a century on debut for Madhya Pradesh. Despite modest List A statistics, his attacking intent is evident. He truly captured attention during the Madhya Pradesh League, scoring 239 runs in four matches with a strike rate of 177.04, and is known for his signature 'no-look' upper cut.
The debut is particularly poignant as it occurs against his idol, Rohit Sharma. Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis was also brought into the LSG squad, though his outing was brief, scoring 13 runs before being dismissed.
