Sanjiv Goenka and Rishabh Pant Caught in Intense Discussion After LSG’s Heartbreaking 1-Wicket Loss to DC!

With Game 4 of IPL 2025 between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) ending in a thrilling 1-wicket victory for DC, the match had cricket fans on the edge of their seats. Ashutosh Sharma’s sensational 66 off 31 balls helped DC chase down 210 runs, securing their first two points of the season. Until the final over, both teams had an equal chance of winning, making it one of the most intense matches of the season so far.

However, what caught everyone’s attention after the game was LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka’s conversation with captain Rishabh Pant. The discussion took place in front of LSG players and management, with head coach Justin Langer also present. While the conversation appeared normal on the surface, the timing raised questions, as LSG had just let victory slip from their grasp.

Pant had a tough outing, getting dismissed for a 6-ball duck by Kuldeep Yadav, failing to make any impact with the bat. Moreover, his missed stumping of Mohit Sharma on the first ball of the final over proved to be a game-changing moment. Had he completed the stumping, LSG would have won instantly.

Another major talking point was LSG’s bowling strategy in the final over. Many questioned why Shardul Thakur was not given the last over, as Shahbaz Ahmed struggled under pressure, allowing DC to steal the win. While the exact nature of Goenka and Pant’s conversation remains unknown, it’s clear that LSG needs to regroup quickly under their new captain and bounce back stronger in their next game.

When Sanjiv Goenka Publicly Blasted KL Rahul…

This has not been the first incident where Sanjiv Goenka was seen in an intense conversation with the captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after a tough loss. A similar situation arose in IPL 2024 when KL Rahul led the team against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), only to suffer a humiliating 10-wicket defeat.

The loss was not just about the result but the manner in which LSG was outplayed. Batting first, they could only post 165 runs, which was well below par on a batting-friendly surface. In response, SRH chased the target in just 9.4 overs without losing a wicket, making it one of the most one-sided contests in IPL history.

After the match, Goenka was visibly frustrated and was seen engaging in a heated conversation with KL Rahul, which quickly went viral. Reports later suggested that Goenka was unhappy with the team’s approach and lack of intent while batting. KL Rahul himself struggled, scoring 29 off 33 balls at a poor strike rate of 87.87, while SRH openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma smashed runs at strike rates close to 300.

The discussion reportedly revolved around LSG’s conservative style of play, which did not match the aggressive template set by other teams. Additionally, there were internal discussions about Rahul’s captaincy, although no immediate changes were made.

This moment raised questions about Goenka’s involvement in team affairs and hence after this season, KL Rahul was released from the squad.