Rishabh Pant IPL Career Highlights Records: Rishabh Pant, the fearless cricketer from Uttarakhand's Haridwar, has carved a special place in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with his explosive batting and match-winning performances.

Since his debut in 2016 with Delhi Capitals (DC), Pant has been a fan favorite, known for his ability to dominate the game. His iconic unbeaten knock of 128* in 2018 remains the highest individual score by a Delhi Capitals batter and one of the league's most memorable innings.

In 2021, Pant was handed the captaincy of Delhi Capitals at just 23, leading the team to consistent playoff appearances and proving his mettle as a leader. His journey so far has been highly inspiring, making him one of the most dynamic players in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.

A new chapter in Rishabh Pant's IPL career: Lucknow Super Giants

In Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction, Rishabh Pant made history by becoming the most expensive player ever, with Lucknow Super Giants securing him for jaw-dropping Rs 27 crore.

Rishabh Pant is celebrated for his fearless batting style and high strike rate, which make him a nightmare for bowlers. His ability to play audacious shots and turn games around single-handedly has been a hallmark of his IPL career.

Year-by-Year Overview of Rishabh Pant's IPL Career

2024 (Delhi Capitals): Played 13 matches, scored 446 runs in 13 innings; Highest score: 88*, average: 40.54, strike rate: 155.40, half-centuries: 3, centuries: 0.

2022 (Delhi Capitals): Played 14 matches, scoring 340 runs in 13 innings; Highest score: 44, average: 30.90, strike rate: 151.78, half-centuries: 0, centuries: 0.

2021 (Delhi Capitals): Played 16 matches, scoring 419 runs in 16 innings; Highest score: 58*, average: 34.91, strike rate: 128.52, half-centuries: 3, centuries: 0.

2020/21 (Delhi Capitals): Played 14 matches, scoring 343 runs in 14 innings; Highest score: 56, average: 31.18, strike rate: 113.95, half-centuries: 1, centuries: 0.

2019 (Delhi Capitals): Played 16 matches, scoring 488 runs in 16 innings; Highest score: 78*, average: 37.53, strike rate: 162.66, half-centuries: 1, centuries: 0.

2018 (Delhi Capitals): His breakthrough year, with 684 runs in 14 matches. His top score of 128* remains iconic, and he averaged 52.61 with a blistering strike rate of 173.60. He scored 1 century and 5 half-centuries.

2017 (Delhi Capitals): Scored 366 runs in 14 matches. His highest score was 97, averaging 26.14 with a strike rate of 165.61, including 2 half-centuries.

2016 (Delhi Capitals): In his debut season, he played 10 matches and scored 198 runs. His highest score was 69, averaging 24.75 with a strike rate of 130.26, including 1 half-century.

Records and Achievements

Highest Score: Rishabh Pant's 128* in 2018

Auction Record: Rs 27 crore bid in 2025 marked a historic milestone in IPL auctions.