Digvesh Rathi’s Stunning ‘5 Wickets in 5 Balls’ Leaves Sanjiv Goenka in Awe – WATCH
In the ever-thrilling world of cricket, where young talents rise to prominence with performances that defy belief, Digvesh Rathi has once again stolen the spotlight. The mystery spinner from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has set the cricketing world abuzz with an extraordinary feat—picking up 5 wickets in 5 consecutive balls in a local T20 match. This jaw-dropping performance, shared widely on social media, has left fans and LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka struggling to contain their excitement.
Rathi, who emerged as a breakout star during IPL 2025, showcased his potential earlier this year by claiming 14 wickets across 13 matches for LSG. His ability to stifle run flow and strike at pivotal moments earned him accolades and a growing fanbase. However, his latest exploit in a local T20 game, believed to be part of a regional tournament in Uttar Pradesh (though exact details remain undisclosed), has elevated his reputation to new heights.
A viral video, posted by both the official X handle of LSG and Sanjiv Goenka himself, captures the magic of Rathi’s spell. ‘Digvesh Rathi. 5 stars,’ reads the caption from LSG’s account, while Goenka wrote, ‘Stumbled upon this clip of Digvesh Rathi taking 5 in 5 in a local T20 game. Just a glimpse of the talent that made him a breakout star for @LucknowIPL in IPL 2025.’ In the clip, the opposition, already under pressure needing 113 runs off 36 balls, crumbles under Rathi’s wizardry. His deceptive googlies and pinpoint accuracy resulted in four batsmen being bowled and the fifth trapped LBW, completing a sensational sequence of dismissals.
Adding to the drama of his performance, Rathi claimed a total of 7 wickets in the match, underlining his dominance as a bowler who can turn games single-handedly. But it’s not just his bowling that grabs attention—Rathi’s quirky ‘notebook celebration’ has become a talking point. Seen jotting down imaginary notes after each wicket, this unique gesture, while endearing to fans, came with a price during the IPL as it led to hefty fines for breaching on-field conduct rules. Yet, it only adds to the enigmatic charm of this young spinner.
As the video continues to rack up views and shares, Rathi’s journey from an IPL hopeful to a local T20 sensation serves as a reminder of cricket’s endless capacity to unearth raw, unpolished gems. With stats like an IPL economy rate of under 7 runs per over and now this historic five-wicket haul in as many balls—a feat rarer than a double hat-trick—Rathi is fast becoming a name to watch for Indian cricket selectors. Could a national call-up be on the horizon? Only time will tell, but for now, Digvesh Rathi is the toast of the town, and Sanjiv Goenka’s uncontainable pride is a sentiment shared by cricket lovers everywhere.
Watch the incredible moment of Rathi’s 5-in-5 brilliance below and join the chorus of awe-inspired fans celebrating this future star of Indian cricket.