IPL 2025: Pant, Digvesh penalised after LSG's tense win over MI

IANS April 5, 2025 257 views

The IPL 2025 season witnessed dramatic off-field developments as Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate during LSG's match against Mumbai Indians. Young spinner Digvesh Singh also faced a 50% match fee penalty for a conduct breach, adding tension to the team's challenging campaign. Despite these setbacks, Lucknow Super Giants secured a thrilling 12-run victory, with strong performances from Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh. The match highlighted the intense competitive spirit and strict disciplinary standards of the Indian Premier League.

"Rishabh Pant, Captain, Lucknow Super Giants has been fined..." - IPL Official Statement
IPL 2025: Pant, Digvesh penalised after LSG's tense win over MI
Lucknow, April 5: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant and young spinner Digvesh Singh were both penalised for separate breaches of the IPL Code of Conduct after a thrilling 12-run win over Mumbai Indians on Friday night, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Key Points

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Pant penalized for slow over-rate in crucial IPL match

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Digvesh Singh faces 50% match fee fine for conduct breach

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LSG secures thrilling 12-run win against Mumbai Indians

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Half-centuries from Markram and Marsh power Lucknow's victory

Pant was fined Rs 12 lakh for his team’s slow over-rate during Match 16, marking LSG’s first such offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct. The regulation mandates teams to complete their overs within the stipulated time frame, and Pant, as captain, was held responsible for the lapse.

"Rishabh Pant, Captain, Lucknow Super Giants has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 16 of the IPL 2025 against Mumbai Indians at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Friday," read the IPL statement.

Meanwhile, Digvesh Singh – the 23-year-old fast bowler who has impressed with his fiery spells this season – faced a heftier individual punishment. Singh was fined 50 percent of his match fees after committing a Level 1 offence under Article 2.5 of the Code of Conduct.

The breach, reportedly for using inappropriate language following a wicket, was his second of the season. Having already earned one demerit point during LSG’s match against Punjab Kings on April 1, Singh now has a total of three demerit points to his name.

As per the IPL’s disciplinary protocol, Level 1 breaches fall under the Match Referee’s jurisdiction, whose decision is final and binding.

Despite the off-field setbacks, Lucknow had plenty to celebrate on the night. Half-centuries from Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh laid a strong batting foundation, while a spirited bowling effort ensured the Super Giants held off a late MI charge.

Defending their total under pressure, Digvesh Singh, Shardul Thakur and Avesh Khan picked up a wicket apiece in the final overs, showing nerves of steel to seal LSG’s first home win of the campaign.

Reader Comments

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Sarah K.
That was such an intense match! LSG really held their nerve in those final overs. But Pant needs to be more careful with over rates - this isn't the first time he's had issues with this. Still love watching him lead though! 😊
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Rahul P.
Digvesh needs to control his temper. Amazing talent but can't keep getting demerit points like this. The IPL is cracking down hard on discipline this season.
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Amit D.
Markram and Marsh were absolute class! Their partnership made all the difference. LSG looking strong this year 💪
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Priya M.
The penalties seem fair. Captains should be accountable for over rates, and players need to maintain professionalism. Great win though! That last over from Avesh was 🔥
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Vikram S.
While I understand the need for discipline, I think the IPL is being too harsh on Digvesh. Young players play with passion - as long as it's not abusive, some emotion should be allowed. The game needs characters!
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Neha R.
What a match! The stadium was electric last night. Worth every penny for the tickets. LSG's bowling attack is looking really balanced this season.

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