Lucknow Super Giants spinner Digvesh Rathi once again made headlines for his unique celebration during the IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders. After dismissing Sunil Narine, Rathi brought out a new version of his celebration by ‘writing on the floor’, a subtle change from his previous ‘notebook celebration’ that had led to fines from the BCCI. Despite facing potential suspension, Rathi continued his celebration in a toned-down manner. Former New Zealand pacer Simon Doull criticized the fines imposed on Rathi, highlighting the double standards in penalizing players for their on-field gestures. Rathi’s teammates confirmed the friendly nature of his celebration, with Shahbaz Ahmed hoping he avoids repeating it to prevent further fines. Despite the controversy, Rathi has been performing well in the IPL, with 7 wickets in five matches. The discussion around player celebrations and penalties continues to grow, with questions raised about consistency and fairness in enforcing rules.
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