Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vice-captain Nicholas Pooran lost his cool in the dressing room after a dramatic run-out ended his innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Monday. The six-wicket defeat eliminated LSG from the IPL 2025 playoff race, adding frustration to an already tense atmosphere at the Ekana Stadium.
Pooran, one of LSG’s last hopes with the bat, was visibly upset after slipping during a crucial second run and then getting run out while attempting a bye. His reaction in the dressing room included a near-glass-shattering moment and an animated conversation with captain Rishabh Pant, reflecting the pressure within the LSG camp.
What Led to the Frustration?
The incident happened in the final over of LSG’s innings. On the second ball from Nitish Reddy, Pooran aimed for a six but managed only a single due to a slip. On the very next ball, he was run out trying to steal a run, leading to a crucial wicket at the death.
As the innings concluded, cameras captured Pooran furiously reacting inside the dressing room, with reports suggesting he nearly broke a glass pane. He was later seen gesturing and speaking intensely to Rishabh Pant, clearly pointing toward moments in the match that frustrated him.
SRH Cruise to Win, LSG Crash Out
Chasing 206, SRH made light work of the target, thanks to a blazing 59 off 20 balls from Abhishek Sharma, along with crucial contributions from Heinrich Klaasen (47 off 28) and Kamindu Mendis (32 off 21). They sealed the win with 10 balls to spare.
This marked LSG’s fifth loss in six games, officially knocking them out of the IPL 2025 playoff race, despite being strong contenders earlier in the tournament. SRH, already eliminated, played for pride and handed LSG a crushing blow at home.
What’s Next for LSG and Pooran?
As LSG reflect on their inconsistent second half of the season, the pressure is now on management and leadership, especially after high-profile emotional reactions like Pooran’s. With Rishabh Pant captaining a side full of potential but short on results, changes may be expected ahead of the next season.
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