IPL 2026: Fans question LSG’s ‘unfiltered clip’ after viral Goenka-Pant exchange
Lucknow Super Giants are countering speculation after a viral post-match video showed owner Sanjiv Goenka in an intense discussion with captain Rishabh Pant. While an "unfiltered clip" featuring a hug was released, fans remain skeptical. Goenka previously emphasized a long season and confidence in the team.
LSG now aims to focus on their next match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Lucknow Super Giants have pushed back against rising speculation after a viral post-match moment involving owner Sanjiv Goenka and captain Rishabh Pant triggered widespread debate online. The controversy erupted following Lucknow’s six-wicket defeat in their IPL 2026 opener at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. While the result exposed early concerns for the side, it was the visuals after the game that quickly took centre stage.
Broadcast footage showed Goenka engaged in what appeared to be an intense conversation with Pant, with head coach Justin Langer also part of the discussion. With no audio available, the clip led to widespread speculation, with many drawing comparisons to the controversial interaction between Goenka and KL Rahul in 2024, which had previously raised questions over the involvement of franchise owners. Amid the growing noise, LSG attempted to address the situation by releasing what they called an “unfiltered clip” on social media.
The video portrayed a more relaxed interaction between Pant and Goenka, with both seen sharing a hug. The caption read: “Not everything you see is the true story, here’s the unfiltered post-match vibes, when cameras don’t cut. ” — LucknowIPL (@LucknowIPL) However, the explanation did little to quieten the chatter.