Sanjiv Goenka’s Public Outburst Sparks Controversy Amid Lucknow Super Giants’ IPL Defeat
After Lucknow Super Giants’ crushing loss to SunRisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL 2024 encounter, team owner Sanjiv Goenka found himself at the center of controversy for engaging in a heated discussion with captain KL Rahul along the boundary rope. The scene, captured on camera, quickly circulated on social media platforms, drawing criticism from fans and pundits alike.
Despite heading to Hyderabad with high hopes, Lucknow’s dismal performance saw them slide to sixth place in the points table. Rahul bore the brunt of criticism for his cautious approach on the field, with the team’s lacklustre performance in the powerplay proving costly.
In the aftermath of the defeat, Rahul praised the exceptional batting display by SunRisers’ Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, while expressing his disappointment at Lucknow’s performance.
However, fans were not only disappointed with the team’s showing but also with Goenka’s decision to publicly confront Rahul. Many felt that the owner’s actions were disrespectful and could have been handled in a more private setting.
As Lucknow Super Giants regroup for their upcoming fixtures, including matches against Delhi and Mumbai, the focus remains on their ability to bounce back and maintain their proud record of never failing to make the playoffs in their IPL history. However, amidst the disappointment, calls for Rahul to leave LSG have emerged from fans unhappy with the public altercation.
