Rishabh Pant’s poor form in IPL 2025 continues as he fails again vs SRH. Sanjiv Goenka’s balcony reaction goes viral after Pant’s cheap dismissal. Read full match story.
Pant walks back, Goenka walks off — A moment that stunned fans
It wasn’t just another match at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium on Monday night. It was an emotional rollercoaster, especially for LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka. As Rishabh Pant got out cheaply yet again, cameras caught Goenka’s raw reaction — he stood frozen for a second in the balcony, visibly upset, and then just… walked off. No words, just disappointment. That moment is now everywhere — fans can’t stop talking about it.
Pant’s numbers keep sinking — and so does team faith
This season has been nothing short of a nightmare for Rishabh Pant. Across 12 games, the most expensive player in IPL history has managed only 128 runs. That too at a sad average of just 12.80. He’s touched double digits in just five games. Against CSK, he did show a glimpse of old fire, scoring 63. But that spark? It’s gone cold since. Monday’s match saw him depart after just 7 runs off 6 balls, caught and bowled by Sri Lanka’s Ishan Malinga. It wasn’t just a wicket — it felt like another blow to LSG’s sinking hopes.
Goenka’s expression says what fans feel
When Pant lost his wicket on the last ball of the 12th over, Goenka was watching from the balcony. His face told the whole story — frustration, disbelief, and maybe a hint of regret. The 27-crore superstar he bet on was letting him down, again. Without saying a word, Goenka turned and walked away, leaving the balcony and heading straight to the dressing room. It wasn’t drama. It was pure emotion.
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Batting lineup saves the day — barely
Despite Pant’s early fall, LSG posted a solid 205/7. Mitchell Marsh smashed 65 and Aiden Markram followed with 61. Their 115-run opening stand gave Lucknow the momentum they needed. Nicholas Pooran chipped in with a fiery 45 later. But even with that total, the mood was off — because when your captain fails, it hits different.
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Fans speak up — ‘Pant needs a break’
Social media is buzzing. Some defend Pant, saying he’s still recovering, while others are blunt: “Drop him.” One user wrote, “You can’t buy form with 27 crores.” Another said, “He’s not leading. He’s surviving.” Whether harsh or fair, one thing’s clear — Pant’s story this season is becoming the biggest headline of IPL 2025.
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