# Ayush Badoni admits IPL form was subpar, vows return 2026-08-08T00:44:55+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Ayush Badoni, the 26-year-old Delhi batter, has acknowledged his below-par performance in the most recent IPL season for Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a promotion up the order, he managed only 215 runs in 10 matches at an average of 21.50. Badoni also struggled in the subsequent India-A tri-series, with scores of 24, 0 and 15. Speaking ahead of the Delhi Premier League, Badoni said, 'The best is yet to come.' He cited team losses as affecting his motivation but pledged improvement. He noted that selectors have urged him to focus on consistency and develop his bowling. Badoni has played five IPL seasons for LSG, which finished last in 2026. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: Ayush Badoni, Delhi Premier League, India A, Indian Premier League, Lucknow Super Giants, selectors Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/ayush-badoni-admits-ipl-form-was-subpar-vows-return/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/ayush-badoni-admits-ipl-form-was-subpar-vows-return/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.