IPL 2024: A Season of Highs and Lows
Thrilling Matches and Historic Records
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season has concluded, leaving behind unforgettable memories. From thrilling matches and historic records to criticism, the season witnessed a range of moments.
KL Rahul and Sanjiv Goenka’s Controversial Outburst
One such moment was the public outburst involving KL Rahul and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka. A video captured the heated exchange after LSG lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 10 wickets, sparking widespread reactions.
Rishabh Pant Weighs In
Team India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, currently showcasing his impressive game in the T20 World 2024 season, shared his thoughts on the controversy during his interaction on Rajat Sharma’s show “Aap ki Adalat” on India TV. Pant commented, “I actually didn’t understand what happened in that situation. It seemed so by looking at it, and although I’m not sure what happened, there was something there. When you lose a match, there are obviously a lot of conversations. But the way it was portrayed, I’m not sure.”
He added, “I didn’t see the video in real-time; otherwise, I would have given you an answer. I get scolded every day, but I’m also stubborn.”
The Incident on May 8
The incident occurred on May 8, when Goenka’s animated chat with LSG skipper KL Rahul was perceived as a public dressing down of the captain after SRH defeated LSG by 10 wickets. The incident drew sharp reactions from netizens and cricketers alike, including Virender Sehwag and Brett Lee.
A Warm Hug and Speculations
A week after the incident, a picture surfaced on social media showing Goenka and Rahul sharing a warm hug after the owner hosted a special dinner for the team in Delhi. During this time, reports also surfaced about Rahul potentially leaving LSG next season.
Coach Justin Langer’s Clarification
LSG coach Justin Langer addressed the controversy, stating that the conversation might have appeared aggressive but was actually quite tame. “Our plan for the game didn’t go perfectly. In fact, it was a disaster. After the game, Mr. Goenka came onto the field and asked KL, ‘What happened? Our plan that we talked about hasn’t worked. What do we do now?’ And then we talked through it. The sound was off, no one heard what was said. It might have looked quite aggressive, but it was really quite tame,” Langer explained.
IPL 2024 in Retrospect
The IPL 2024 season, while filled with memorable matches and performances, also had its share of controversies. As the dust settles, fans and players alike look forward to what the next season will bring.(Dubai7 realmoneygame)