Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka is facing criticism again. This time, it is for his alleged behaviour towards skipper Rishabh Pant after LSG’s loss to Delhi Capitals at the Ekana Stadium.
Images from the match have gone viral on social media. They show Goenka appearing visibly upset while pointing and speaking to Pant. Pant’s expressions suggest he was trying to respond and explain his side.
This incident has reminded many of a past moment involving KL Rahul. Back then, Goenka was criticised for publicly confronting Rahul in a similar manner during a match situation.
Although Goenka later apologised, the impact seemed to linger. Observers noted that Rahul appeared distant in later interactions, keeping conversations with the owner minimal.
Many believed that Goenka would change his approach after that episode. However, this latest incident suggests that his style may still remain the same.
Goenka has often stated that his reactions come from passion for the game. He believes that emotions can take over when results do not go as expected.
However, critics argue that such behaviour is not appropriate for a team owner. They feel that players need encouragement after defeats, not public pressure or confrontation.
At the same time, some people have defended Goenka. They argue that judging based only on images may not reveal the full context of the conversation.
If the interaction was indeed a form of public lecturing, it could create issues within the team. Such situations may affect team environment and leadership stability in the long run.
