Islamabad, May 6, 2025: LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka drew attention during their 37-run loss to PBKS in IPL 2025’s match 54 at Dharamsala.
Goenka was spotted applauding after the dismissal of LSG batter Abdul Samad, leading to confusion and criticism on social media.
PBKS, batting first, piled on a massive 236/5, thanks to a stunning 91 off 48 balls from opener Prabhsimran Singh.
His aggressive knock laid the foundation for Punjab’s dominant total, leaving LSG with a mountain to climb.
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LSG’s chase collapsed under pressure, slipping to 73/5 as Arshdeep Singh removed key batters Pooran, Marsh, and Markram.
The loss of momentum proved costly, despite some resistance late in the innings.
It was during this difficult phase that cameras caught Goenka clapping alongside PBKS co-owner Ness Wadia in the stands.
Goenka’s clapping after Samad’s dismissal sparked online buzz, with fans wondering if he had accidentally celebrated LSG’s setback.
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Memes and posts quickly circulated, turning the incident into a viral moment. LSG eventually finished on 199/7, falling well short of the target.
Fazalhaq Farooqi and Azmatullah Omarzai further dented LSG’s chase by removing Rishabh Pant and Abdul Samad, ensuring Punjab maintained control throughout the second innings.
The result had major implications on the points table. LSG dropped to seventh, while PBKS moved to second place with 15 points from 11 matches, strengthening their playoff push.
Despite the loss, attention remained focused on Goenka’s reaction—an awkward moment that overshadowed what was otherwise a comprehensive victory for Punjab Kings.
