{"id":6417,"date":"2026-04-21T08:12:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T02:42:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/banitoday.com\/ipl-2026-lsg-get-much-needed-boost-as-rs-8-6-crore-recruit-josh-inglis-set-to-return-cricket-news\/"},"modified":"2026-04-21T08:12:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T02:42:01","slug":"ipl-2026-lsg-get-much-needed-boost-as-rs-8-6-crore-recruit-josh-inglis-set-to-return-cricket-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/banitoday.com\/hi\/ipl-2026-lsg-get-much-needed-boost-as-rs-8-6-crore-recruit-josh-inglis-set-to-return-cricket-news\/","title":{"rendered":"IPL 2026: LSG get much-needed boost as Rs 8.6 crore recruit Josh Inglis set to return | Cricket News"},"content":{"rendered":"


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NEW DELHI: Struggling Lucknow Super Giants are set to receive a timely boost in their IPL 2026 campaign, with explosive Australia wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis<\/a> likely to join the squad ahead of their crucial clash against Mumbai Indians on May 4.The 31-year-old had opted out of the first half of the tournament due to his wedding commitments, tying the knot on April 18. After a short break, Inglis is now expected to travel to India and be available for the remainder of the season, offering a much-needed injection of firepower to an underperforming LSG lineup.According to a report by ESPNcricinfo, Inglis could be available for selection for the final six league matches, starting with the high-stakes encounter against MI. The franchise had secured his services for Rs 8.6 crore at the auction despite knowing he would miss the opening phase.<\/p>\n

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Much-needed boost for Pant\u2019s struggling unit<\/span>Led by Rishabh Pant, LSG have endured a disappointing run so far, losing three matches on the trot and languishing ninth in the standings with just two wins from six games. Their latest setback came in a heavy defeat to Punjab Kings, further denting their playoff hopes.The batting unit, despite featuring names like Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram<\/a> and Nicholas Pooran<\/a>, has struggled for consistency. Pooran, in particular, has been out of form, managing just 51 runs in six innings at a below-par strike rate.Inglis\u2019 arrival could help rebalance the combination, especially as LSG have not consistently fielded a fourth overseas player. His aggressive batting approach and ability to accelerate the innings make him a valuable addition in the business end of the tournament.The Australian had an impressive IPL 2025 season with Punjab Kings, scoring 278 runs at a strike rate of 162.57, including a century, before being released ahead of the auction.Meanwhile, LSG have also been hit by the departure of Anrich Nortje, who left the camp after featuring in just one match.With a must-win phase approaching, LSG will be hoping Inglis\u2019 arrival sparks a turnaround. They next face Rajasthan Royals at home on April 22.<\/div>\n


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