Sanjiv Goenka says relationship with Rishabh Pant extends beyond trade
Sanjiv Goenka confirms his relationship with Rishabh Pant continues after the trade to Delhi Capitals and says the pair plan to meet for dinner.
LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka said his relationship with Rishabh Pant continues after the wicketkeeper-batter's trade to Delhi Capitals. Goenka indicated the pair plan to have dinner together and addressed speculation about their final conversation before the deal.
Pant moved to DC in exchange for Kuldeep Yadav after LSG acquired him for Rs 27 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. Goenka said the transaction did not end their association and rejected suggestions that he had scolded the India player during his time at the franchise.
The trade concluded Pant's two-season spell with LSG after the team missed the playoffs in recent seasons. Goenka's comments suggest the personal ties remain separate from the franchise transaction.