The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) management has begun preparations for the upcoming IPL auction, aiming to secure their maiden title in the league. The franchise’s top officials, including head coach Justin Langer and bowling coach Bharat Arun, recently met to finalise the team’s retention and auction strategy. Team owner Sanjiv Goenka shared a glimpse of the high-level meeting on X (formerly Twitter), posting a picture from the discussion and revealing some key updates about the franchise’s plans.

“IPL retention talks for @LucknowIPL are underway,” Sanjiv Goenka wrote. “Delighted to have @TomMoodyCricket on board, bringing immense experience and strategic insight. Great discussion with @RishabhPant17, Justin Langer, and Bharat Arun as we plan for the season ahead.”

IPL retention talks for @LucknowIPL are underway.

Delighted to have @TomMoodyCricket on board, bringing immense experience and strategic insight. Great discussion with @RishabhPant17, Justin Langer, and Bharat Arun as we plan for the season ahead.#LSG pic.twitter.com/8R3GmQVHsy

— Dr. Sanjiv Goenka (@DrSanjivGoenka) November 13, 2025

The inclusion of Tom Moody, one of the most tactically astute cricketing minds in the T20 circuit, signals LSG’s intent to strengthen their strategy both on and off the field. Moody’s experience with other successful IPL franchises could help LSG address their inconsistency issues, which plagued their 2025 campaign. Lucknow finished the 2025 IPL season in seventh place, narrowly missing out on playoff contention.

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The team managed six wins in 14 matches, ending with 12 points — a performance far below expectations for a squad boasting significant depth and talent. Adding to the off-season buzz, reports suggest LSG are exploring a potential trade deal with the Mumbai Indians involving Shardul Thakur and Arjun Tendulkar. Any trade agreement, however, would require mutual consent from both players and franchises, along with BCCI’s final approval.

Under IPL rules, traded players continue with the same salary terms agreed upon with their former team. The player’s valuation is then adjusted against the new team’s auction purse, with the trading franchise’s budget increasing accordingly.

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The IPL trade window remains open for a month after the season’s conclusion until a week before the auction. All deals must comply with the BCCI’s team composition and budget regulations, and the governing body reserves the right to nullify any trade if irregularities or conflicts of interest arise. With new leadership dynamics and strategic reinforcements, Lucknow Super Giants are leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of IPL glory.