What Exactly Happened Between Abhishek Sharma and Digvesh Rathi in the Match?

Ground of Ekana, players celebrating, and then a fight breaks out between a batsman and a bowler? We’ve seen this before in a heated 2023 IPL clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants. A similar drama unfolded in IPL 2025 at Ekana Stadium during a match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 19, when LSG’s Digvesh Rathi and SRH’s Abhishek Sharma got into an ugly on-field spat.

SRH’s Abhishek Sharma, who smashed a fiery 59 off 20 balls with an 18-ball fifty, clashed with LSG’s spinner Digvesh Rathi. Rathi, a breakout star inspired by Sunil Narine, got Abhishek out, caught by Shardul Thakur at sweeper cover after a mistimed shot. Rathi then taunted Abhishek with his “notebook” celebration, waving him off, which didn’t sit well. Abhishek, frustrated, turned back and confronted Rathi, sparking a tense face-off. The umpire quickly stepped in, talking to Rathi to calm things down before Heinrich Klaasen came to bat.

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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 19, 2025

Rathi, who has 12 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.05, had been fined earlier for a similar send-off against Punjab Kings’ Priyansh Arya. Abhishek’s knock, including four straight sixes off Ravi Bishnoi, had SRH cruising, making Rathi’s wicket a big moment. After the match, Abhishek and Rathi shook hands, sorting out their differences with a quick chat, showing good sportsmanship.

How Much Fine Has Digvesh Rathi Paid Till Now?

With the IPL 2025 completing its 61st match, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) were eliminated from the playoff race after losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 6 wickets. The focus, however, has shifted to LSG’s young spinner Digvesh Rathi, bought for INR 30 lakh, whose “notebook” celebration has stirred controversy. Rathi’s gesture, mimicking writing in a notebook after taking wickets, has divided fans, some admire his flair, while others find it disrespectful. Rathi first faced trouble for this celebration against Punjab Kings’ Priyansh Arya.

His send-off, deemed a violation of the IPL’s Code of Conduct under Article 2.5, cost him a 25% match fee fine (INR 1,87,500) and a demerit point. He repeated the gesture against Mumbai Indians’ Naman Dhir, earning a 50% match fee fine (INR 3,75,000) and another demerit point, totalling INR 5,62,500 in penalties. Inspired by Sunil Narine, Rathi’s bold style has made him a fan favourite, but his actions have drawn scrutiny. Now, with the tussle against Abhishek Sharma, it looks like Rathi might be in trouble again for a big fine or even might be suspended from an IPL Game.

Coming to the performance of Digvesh Rathi in the IPL 2025, he has been amazing with the ball so far. Bought by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for INR 30 lakh, the young mystery spinner has proven his worth, taking 14 wickets in 12 matches. Bowling 288 deliveries, roughly 48 overs, Rathi has conceded 393 runs at an economy rate of 8.18. His average of 28.07 and a strike rate of 20.57 showcase his ability to strike regularly, with his best figures of 2/30 highlighting his impact.

SRH Fan Mocks Digvesh Rathi with his Celebration!

With the fight between Abhishek Sharma and Digvesh Rathi at the IPL 2025 match on May 19 at Ekana Stadium, tensions ran high during the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) clash. Rathi, LSG’s young spinner, dismissed SRH’s Abhishek Sharma, who blasted 59 off 20 balls and celebrated with his “notebook” gesture, mimicking writing and waving Abhishek off. This provoked a heated face-off, with Abhishek confronting Rathi before the umpire stepped in. The incident, during SRH’s chase of 206, stirred SRH fans, one of whom was caught on camera mocking LSG supporters by mimicking Rathi’s celebration in the stands, adding fuel to the rivalry.

SRH fans are having a different kind of fun with Digvesh Rathi's Notebook celebration.😂😂😂
#digveshrathi #LSGvSRH #SRH pic.twitter.com/LkzV1f3VBq

— sonam sharma🖤🖤 (@sonam15sharma) May 19, 2025

The fan’s taunt came during Rathi’s final over, the 13th of SRH’s innings, when Kamindu Mendis, batting after Ishan Kishan’s dismissal, attacked Rathi. In over 13.1, Rathi bowled a googly outside leg, and Mendis, switching stance, swept it for four between backward point and short third. On 13.2, Rathi’s fuller delivery was flicked by Mendis through midwicket, but Ravi Bishnoi misfielded, letting it run for another four. On 13.3, Mendis lofted a tossed-up ball over Rathi’s head for a third straight four, celebrating with a gesture mocking Rathi’s notebook act. These 12 runs hurt Rathi, who has 12 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.05.

Nicholas Pooran loses cool on Abdul Samad

In the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 19, 2025, at Ekana Stadium, it was not only about Abhishek Sharma losing his cool, but it was actually about Nicholas Pooran’s fiery reaction after LSG’s late-innings collapse. LSG, batting first after SRH captain Pat Cummins chose to bowl, reached 205/7, powered by Pooran’s explosive 45 off 26 balls, alongside fifties from Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh. However, the final over turned disastrous.

Pooran, stuck at the non-striker’s end due to poor strike rotation by Abdul Samad, was run out due to miscommunication. Samad was then bowled by Nitish Reddy on the next ball, capping LSG’s stumble. Cameras caught Pooran in the dugout, slamming his pads against the glass wall in frustration, reflecting LSG’s collapse from a strong position. The team’s disappointment was clear, as they squandered a chance to set a tougher target. SRH chased 206 with ease, winning by 6 wickets, knocking LSG out of the IPL 2025 playoff race.