Lucknow Super Giants’ Naveen-ul-Haq Shows Support for KL Rahul Amidst Controversy
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has sparked speculation with a social media post that appears to show support for skipper KL Rahul following a controversial incident involving team owner Sanjiv Goenka.
Goenka was caught on camera having a heated conversation with Rahul after LSG’s 10-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. The incident drew widespread criticism from fans and experts alike.
Naveen’s Instagram post, which features a photo of himself with Rahul in LSG colors accompanied by a heart emoji, has been interpreted by many as a gesture of solidarity with the captain. While the post does not explicitly address the controversy, its timing has raised eyebrows.
The incident has also drawn the attention of Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Shami, who expressed his disapproval of Goenka’s behavior.
“Such behavior from an IPL team owner sends a bad message,” Shami said on ‘Cricbuzz Live.’ “Crores of people are watching you and learning from you. If these things happen in front of cameras, it’s shameful.”
Shami emphasized the importance of maintaining boundaries and having respectful conversations, suggesting that the incident should have been handled privately.
“It’s very important to note that players have respect, and you are a respectful person too, as an owner,” Shami said. “If you have to do that, there are many different ways. You could’ve done the same thing in the dressing room or the hotel. It wasn’t necessary to do it on the field.”
The controversy has cast a shadow over LSG’s season, which has been marked by inconsistent performances. The team currently sits in ninth place in the IPL standings with four wins and six losses.
