India, June 24 -- By Jagdish Yadav

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 25 (ANI): India pacer Avesh Khan has backed Lucknow Super Giants' decision to trade captain Rishabh Pant to Delhi Capitals in exchange for spinner Kuldeep Yadav, saying the move could prove beneficial for both franchises ahead of the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Speaking to ANI ahead of the Chambal Ghariyals' Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 2026 semi-final against Jabalpur Royal Lions at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, Avesh said Kuldeep's arrival would add significant value to the Lucknow outfit, particularly on their home surface.

"That was a management decision based on their needs. I believe it's a good deal for both teams. Delhi got Rishabh Pant bac...