The IPL 2025 season witnessed another dramatic moment during the clash between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on May 19. The spotlight was not just on the players but also on team owner Sanjiv Goenka, who stormed out of the stadium balcony in a visibly furious state after the early dismissal of Rishabh Pant, LSG’s marquee player and captain.
Pant, who was bought for a staggering ₹27 crore during the auction, has been under intense scrutiny this season for his underwhelming performance. In the match against SRH, the left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman managed to score only 7 runs off 6 deliveries before being caught by Eshan Malinga. This quick exit from the crease further deepened concerns over his form, as he has now amassed only 128 runs in 12 matches — a record low for someone of his calibre and cost.
Goenka’s reaction was caught on camera and quickly went viral on social media. The clip showed the LSG owner leaving the balcony in anger, highlighting the pressure and disappointment felt not only by fans but also by the franchise’s top brass. This emotional outburst reflects the high expectations placed on Pant and the team, both of which have fallen short this season.
With the playoffs approaching, LSG faces mounting pressure to recalibrate its strategy. Rishabh Pant’s leadership and batting will remain in the spotlight, but questions are now being raised about team management, auction decisions, and internal dynamics.
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This incident may become a defining moment in LSG’s IPL 2025 campaign, sparking conversations about accountability and performance in high-stakes tournaments like the IPL.
