India, April 2 -- Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants has the making of turning out to be an intense rivalry in the IPL. The LSG vs PBKS match at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday could act as the first chapter. The social media handle of PBKS turned the heat on LSG after Punjab outplayed the hosts in all departments to walk away as the winners by eight wickets. One of the biggest reasons behind the franchise's targetted posts, including a witty retort to spinner Digvesh Singh Rathi's uncalled-for send-off to PBKS opener Priyansh Arya, was LSG captain Rishabh Pant's comments in the lead-up to IPL 2025.

After being released by Delhi Capitals, Pant, one of the most sought-after players in the mega auction, was picked up for a record...