'Neeche nahi girne denge': Shami’s pep talk to Pant wins heart ahead of clash against KKR
A heartwarming exchange between Mohammed Shami and Rishabh Pant during Lucknow Super Giants' net practice has captured social media. Shami's encouraging words, "You are our lion, do whatever you want… we won’t let you fall," showcased the team's strong bond. This moment highlights the camaraderie and support within the LSG camp ahead of their IPL clash.
Mohammed Shami and Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant shared a heartwarming moment during net practice ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, a clip that has since gone viral on social media. LSG head into the contest with renewed confidence after registering their first win of the season against Sunrisers Hyderabad, bouncing back strongly from their opening defeat to Delhi Capitals. Both Shami and Pant played key roles in that victory, showcasing their impact with both ball and bat.
During a practice session, Pant was seen striking the ball cleanly, sending several shots into the stands. However, after missing one delivery, Shami cheekily remarked, “Bahar nikal kar le sakta” (you could have stepped out and hit it). Pant responded in his usual confident style, saying, “Lappa to main har ball par ghuma dunga” (I can swing hard at every ball).
Shami’s Support Wins Hearts What followed was a wholesome moment that caught fans’ attention. Shami, in a supportive tone, told Pant: “Tu hamara sher hai, tu kuch bhi kar… hum tujhe neeche nahi girne denge, chahe tu kuch bhi kar. ” (You are our lion, do whatever you want… we won’t let you fall, no matter what.
) The exchange reflected strong camaraderie within the LSG camp, highlighting the trust and encouragement shared between senior players and the captain. — LucknowIPL (@LucknowIPL) Match Preview - KKR vs LSG Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling for form and ideas, may make major changes as they chase their first win of IPL 2026 against a confident Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens. Much attention will be on Mohammed Shami, who is coming off a brilliant spell and could exploit KKR’s fragile top order in helpful conditions.