IPL 2025: LSG's Digvesh Rathi suspended after on-field spat with Abhishek Sharma

In a recent IPL 2025 match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), tensions flared as LSG player Digvesh Rathi was handed a suspension following an on-field altercation with SRH opener Abhishek Sharma.

The incident occurred during a heated moment in the game when Rathi, who was fielding near the boundary, reportedly exchanged words with Sharma. The spat quickly escalated and caught the attention of both team officials and match referees. While the exact details of the verbal exchange remain undisclosed, the league’s disciplinary committee reviewed the incident post-match and decided to take swift action.

As a result, Rathi has been suspended for one match and issued an official warning. The IPL governing body emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline and sportsmanship on the field, stating that aggressive conduct, regardless of provocation, would not be tolerated.

Neither Rathi nor Sharma has publicly commented on the matter. However, sources close to the teams indicated that both players were reminded of their responsibilities as professionals in a high-stakes tournament.The suspension is a setback for LSG, especially with the playoffs approaching, as Rathi has been one of the team's key contributors in the field. The franchise is expected to announce a replacement for the next match soon.

This incident has once again raised questions about on-field behavior and the pressure that IPL players face in high-intensity matches.
*This news appeared on India Today on 20th May 2025

 

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