IPL 2025 [WATCH]: Nicholas Pooran’s furious outburst over his run-out dismissal during LSG vs SRH game

In a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) campaign unraveled in dramatic fashion—not just on the field, but inside the dressing room. The spotlight fell on Nicholas Pooran, LSG’s in-form Caribbean batter, as he vented his frustration by hurling his pad at the dressing room glass after Abdul Samad’s dismissal in the final over against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The incident, captured on camera, has since gone viral, encapsulating the heartbreak and tension of a must-win encounter that slipped away from LSG’s grasp.

Nicholas Pooran vents frustration after run-out in LSG vs SRH match

LSG, needing a strong finish to keep their playoff hopes alive, found themselves in a promising position thanks to a 115-run opening stand and Pooran’s aggressive 45 off 26 balls. However, the last over turned into a nightmare. Pooran, desperate to maximize the total, was run out after a miscommunication with Samad, who struggled to rotate the strike and find boundaries during his brief stay at the crease. The pressure mounted when Samad, facing Nitish Kumar Reddy, missed a fuller delivery and was bowled for just three runs from six balls.

As Samad trudged back, cameras panned to the LSG dugout where Pooran, visibly agitated with himself, ripped off his pad and slammed it against the glass wall—an outburst that nearly shattered the window and left teammates stunned. The moment underscored the emotional investment and fine margins that define high-pressure T20 cricket, especially when playoff hopes are on the line.

Here’s the video:

Nicholas Pooran Loses His Cool in Dressing Room After Run-Out Meltdown#IPL2025

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SRH eliminate LSG out of the IPL 2025 playoffs race

Pooran’s reaction was emblematic of a wider frustration within the LSG camp. Despite posting a competitive 205/7, LSG’s bowlers were unable to contain SRH’s aggressive chase, led by Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 18-ball fifty and key contributions from Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan. SRH chased down the target with 10 balls to spare, sealing LSG’s fate and knocking them out of playoff contention.

The defeat marked LSG’s seventh loss in 12 games, capping off a disappointing campaign that never quite found consistency. Skipper Rishabh Pant’s decision to promote himself up the order backfired as he fell cheaply again, continuing a lean run with the bat. In contrast, Pooran’s form remained a rare bright spot, but his animated chat with Pant after the game highlighted the frustration of missed opportunities and tactical missteps.

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