Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has found himself in unwanted company after being fined INR 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during his team's IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings. The penalty, handed down by the IPL Governing Council, comes after LSG failed to bowl their 20 overs within the allotted time at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

This marks the team's first minimum over-rate offence of the season, but Pant now joins a growing list of captains who have faced similar disciplinary action in IPL 2026. Under Article 2.22 of the tournament's Code of Conduct, captains are held accountable for ensuring their teams maintain the required pace of play.

The IPL confirmed the penalty in an official statement, noting that as this was LSG's first offence of the season, Pant was fined INR 12 lakhs. The match itself was a crucial one for both sides, with playoff implications on the line, but the slow over-rate took some of the shine off LSG's victory.

For fans and fantasy players tracking the season, this serves as a reminder that discipline on the field matters just as much as runs and wickets. Whether you're repping your favorite captain's jersey or tracking stats, keeping an eye on these off-field penalties can add another layer to your IPL experience.