‘Added more variations to my arsenal’: Digvesh Rathi ready for IPL 2026
Mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi is focused on helping LSG win their maiden IPL title in 2026, having added new variations to his bowling. He has honed his skills through daily practice and learning from YouTube, with new spin coach Carl Crowe providing valuable insights. Rathi also plans to celebrate his wickets respectfully this season.
LUCKNOW: Digvesh Rathi grabbed everyone’s attention in the previous edition of IPL 2025 with his impeccable bowling and extravagant celebrations that led to censures and fines. There is no doubt that he will be under the scanner in IPl 2026 too, both for his skills and behaviour, but the mystery spinner remains committed to helping his team win their maiden title this year. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.
SUBSCRIBE NOW! Speaking to TOI, Rathi said, “My preparation is the same as when I came to play the IPL for the first time. I think batsmen started reading me last year, so I have added a couple of more variations to my arsenal.
” “Before playing the IPL for the first time, I hadn’t played many domestic matches. It was an advantage for me that I performed well in the previous edition as an unknown entity, but I am coming into this edition oozing with confidence. ” On preparing for the big stage during the off-season, Rathi said, “There is no off-season or on-season for me.
I was bowling in the nets, doing fitness drills, and going to the gym every day. ” When asked what new things he has added to his arsenal, he said, “As a mystery spinner, I have worked on my length and pace. When the length is good, it becomes difficult for batsmen to hit the bowler.