Lucknow, April 2 -- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant said the decision about him opening the batting in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) is uncertain, describing it as a "50-50 call," but confirmed that he will definitely feature in the top order.

Pant's move to open the innings didn't go as planned as LSG faced a defeat against Delhi Capitals in their IPL 2026 opener on Wednesday. Pant made 7 off 9 and was run out at the non-striker's end.

"I think it's a 50-50 call, but we'll see. But [you'll] definitely see me in the top order," Pant said after the match.

The decision to promote Pant to the opening slot pushed Aiden Markram down to No. 3. This comes despite Markram forming one of the most effective opening part...