Nitish Rana Breaks Silence on Altercation with Dighvij Rathi
In a recent statement, Nitish Rana, the captain of the West Delhi Lions, has opened up about his altercation with Dighvij Rathi during the Delhi Premier League 2025. Rana emphasized that he will not tolerate provocation and recounted the events that led to the confrontation. The incident unfolded when Rathi failed to deliver the ball after his run-up, prompting a heated exchange between the players. The situation escalated to the point where the umpire had to step in to restore order. Read on to find out more about this intense moment in the league.
Aug 31, 2025, 13:07 IST
Nitish Rana Addresses Recent Conflict
Captain of the West Delhi Lions, Nitish Rana, has finally spoken out regarding his recent confrontation with Dighvij Rathi. He stated, "If someone provokes me, I won't remain silent." The incident occurred during the eliminator match of the Delhi Premier League 2025, where tensions flared between the two players. Dighvij, a spinner for the South Delhi Superstars, failed to deliver the ball after taking his run-up, which escalated the situation for Nitish. When Dighvij attempted to bowl again, Nitish stepped away from his position, leading to a heated exchange between the two. The umpire had to intervene to diffuse the escalating conflict.