Ravi Bishnoi's Viral Celebration Highlights RR's Victory Over LSG in IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals Triumph Over Lucknow Super Giants
In an exciting IPL 2026 match on April 23, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) spinner Ravi Bishnoi captivated fans with a memorable celebration inspired by Digvesh Rathi's notebook gesture during their game against the Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
The Royals achieved their fifth win of the season, defeating the Super Giants by 40 runs. They set a competitive score of 159/6, bolstered by Ravindra Jadeja's impressive 43 runs and a crucial unbeaten partnership of 49 runs with Shubman Dubey, who scored 19 off 11 balls. RR's bowlers then restricted LSG to just 119 runs in 18 overs, despite a valiant 55 from opener Mitchell Marsh.
Bowling Performance Seals the Win
Jofra Archer was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs at an economy rate of 5.00 over four overs. Other key contributors included Nandre Burger (2/27), Brijesh Sharma (2/18), Ravindra Jadeja (1/29), and Ravi Bishnoi (1/23), all of whom played vital roles in securing a decisive victory for RR.
Bishnoi's Celebration Takes Center Stage
Ravi Bishnoi's celebration became the highlight of the match as he mimicked Digvesh Rathi's notebook gesture after dismissing Himmat Singh for 15 runs during the 15th over of LSG's innings. Following the wicket, Bishnoi turned to the LSG dugout and pretended to write in a notebook, which many interpreted as a playful jab at his former team.
This moment quickly gained traction on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where fans shared their reactions and speculated about the meaning behind his celebration.
Speculations Surrounding Bishnoi's Gesture
The notebook celebration sparked discussions among fans about whether it was a lighthearted tribute or a subtle critique of LSG, especially considering the emotional backdrop of the match. Many fans took to social media to express their thoughts, suggesting that it was a response to LSG's decision to release him and replace him with Rathi.
Some users interpreted the gesture as Bishnoi asserting his dominance over his former franchise, while others speculated it was a message directed at the management, with reactions ranging from admiration for his confidence to claims of on-field revenge.
Bishnoi's Journey and Current Form
Ravi Bishnoi had previously played for the Lucknow Super Giants from 2022 to 2025, becoming the franchise's leading wicket-taker with 48 wickets in 54 matches. However, he was unexpectedly released before the IPL 2026 mini-auction and subsequently acquired by the Rajasthan Royals for INR 7.2 crore, marking a new chapter in his IPL career.
In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Bishnoi has emerged as the leading wicket-taker for RR, claiming 11 wickets, including a four-wicket haul, with an average of 19.36 and an economy rate of 9.26 across seven matches.