Rishabh Pant sets IPL record as most expensive player at Rs 27 crore

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Rishabh Pant has become the most expensive player in IPL history, sold to Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore. This surpasses the previous record of Rs 26.75 crore set by Shreyas Iyer. Zomato reacted to the news with a humorous tweet, suggesting Lucknow should also spend on them. The tweet gained attention and sparked various responses from fans, some referencing a past controversial job posting by Zomato. Pant's acquisition is expected to enhance the Lucknow Super Giants' performance in the upcoming season. His dynamic playing style and leadership are seen as key assets for the team.


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