Sunil Narine’s influence on Lucknow Super Giants’ Digvesh Rathi is evident, as Rathi emulates his idol by hiding the ball from the batter’s view during his run-up, a technique he observed while serving as a net bowler for Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite admiring Narine, Rathi’s celebrations after taking a wicket differ vastly from his idol, often leading to controversies and a recent one-match suspension for violating the tournament’s Code of Conduct.
Rathi, aged 25, rose to prominence after catching the eye of former India international Sarandeep Singh, who coached him in the Delhi Premier League. Despite a slow start, Rathi quickly adapted to the game’s demands and became a match-winner for his team. His performances in the DPL earned him a call-up for Delhi in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and eventually led to his selection in the IPL.
Known for his humility and dedication to his craft, Rathi’s work ethic has been praised by his coaches. However, his on-field behavior has raised concerns, leading to fines and suspensions. While his talent is undeniable, Rathi is urged to maintain discipline and respect for the game.
In his debut season for LSG, Rathi has been a valuable asset, taking 14 wickets in 12 games. Despite his success on the field, his disciplinary issues have overshadowed his achievements. Coaches and team management are hopeful that Rathi will learn from his mistakes and continue to excel while upholding the values of the game.
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