IPL 2025: KL Rahul gives 'Cold' Vibe to Sanjiv Goenka after DC beat LSG - Watch

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KL Rahul gave a 'Cold' Vibe to LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka after the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday (April 22).

​The post-match interaction between KL Rahul and Sanjiv Goenka following the DC vs LSG match reignited discussions about their strained relationship.​

What happened between KL Rahul and Sanjiv Goenka?

In the recent match, Rahul played a pivotal role in DC's eight-wicket victory over LSG, scoring an unbeaten 57. Post-match, as players exchanged handshakes, Goenka approached Rahul with a smile and extended his hand. Rahul acknowledged the gesture with a brief handshake but quickly moved on without engaging further, leaving Goenka standing alone. This moment, captured on video, quickly went viral, highlighting the lingering discomfort between the two.​

Although Goenka seemed to have asking something to Rahul again, the player turned back for a split second and continued his movement forward.

KL Rahul and Goenka History

The tension between Rahul and Goenka dates back to IPL 2024, when LSG suffered a crushing 10-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. In the aftermath, Goenka was seen publicly reprimanding Rahul on the field, a moment that garnered widespread criticism for its lack of professionalism. This incident led to Rahul's release from LSG ahead of the 2025 season, after which he was acquired by Delhi Capitals.​

While Goenka has publicly expressed respect for Rahul, describing him as a "shareef insaan" (a decent person) and wishing him success, the public nature of his earlier reprimand suggests a disconnect between words and actions. Rahul's decision to limit interaction appears to be a measured response, maintaining professionalism while setting personal boundaries.

Rahul has looked in a different shape this season where the player looks much more expressive and assertive to his actions. He was seen celebrating vehemently at the Chinnaswamy, and then showcased the back of the shirt after his fifty against LSG as well. The India player looks much more ominous and that was quite reflective after the match as well.