LSG Dismisses Rift Rumors with KL Rahul

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka has dismissed rumors of a rift with captain KL Rahul, affirming their regular contact and Rahul's integral role in the team. However, decisions on player retention, including Rahul, will be made only after the BCCI announces the retention policies for IPL 2025. Rahul recently met with Goenka in Kolkata to express his desire for retention, though the franchise has not committed yet. Speculations about Rahul's potential return to Royal Challengers Bengaluru remain unconfirmed. Meanwhile, former India pacer Zaheer Khan has been appointed as a mentor for LSG. The team's retention strategy will consider budget allocations and the upcoming auction rules, which could influence their final decisions.