KL Rahul recently opened up about the viral animated chat with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka during the IPL 2024 season, which led to speculations of their fallout before the mega auction for the next season. A video from the LSG dugout went viral after Goenka was seen scolding Rahul following a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The incident caused a stir in Indian cricket, with Goenka inviting Rahul for a private dinner to mend fences. However, tensions remained, and Rahul was eventually released from LSG.
Reflecting on the incident, Rahul described it as a “big shock” for the team, noting that the atmosphere was tense as they were in a crucial stage of the tournament. Despite efforts to regroup and focus on their games, they fell short of making it to the playoffs. Rahul also recalled the match against Hyderabad, where LSG posted a below-par total and witnessed a dominant batting display from the opposition.
Rahul admitted that it was one of the worst games he had played and was impressed by the performance of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma from Sunrisers. The swift chase by Sunrisers left LSG stunned, and Rahul emphasized the disbelief they felt witnessing their opponents’ batting prowess.
Overall, the incident with Goenka and the subsequent release from LSG left a lasting impact on Rahul and the team. Despite the challenges faced during the IPL 2024 season, Rahul remains focused on moving forward and giving his best in future opportunities.
