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IPL Mega Swap! Rishabh Pant Returns To Delhi Capitals In ₹15 Crore Deal As Kuldeep Yadav's Blockbuster LSG Trade Sends Shockwaves
24htopnews | June 23, 2026 7:08 PM CST

Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav completed a high-profile IPL trade between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants. Pant returns to DC after two seasons with LSG, while Kuldeep moves to the Lucknow franchise. The blockbuster swap has created major buzz among fans, with both teams making a strategic move ahead of the upcoming IPL season.

A major player swap in the Indian Premier League has been completed as Rishabh Pant returns to Delhi Capitals, while Kuldeep Yadav moves to Lucknow Super Giants in a high-profile trade between the two franchises.

The trade marks a dramatic return for Pant, who originally made his name in the IPL with Delhi Capitals before joining Lucknow Super Giants in the 2025 mega auction. LSG had secured his services for a record ₹27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history at the time.

Pant’s return to Delhi comes after two seasons with Lucknow, where the franchise struggled to find consistent success. The wicketkeeper-batter, who was appointed captain, faced challenges as LSG failed to reach the playoffs during his tenure. Reports suggest Pant accepted a significant pay cut as part of the move, with his revised deal reportedly around ₹15 crore.

In exchange, Delhi Capitals have sent star spinner Kuldeep Yadav to Lucknow Super Giants. The move gives LSG a proven Indian bowling option and adds depth to their spin department, while Delhi regain a player who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years.


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