IPL 2025 got an additional layer of drama to the tournament with all the heated moments that took place. Some were just mere arguments, while some broke the internet with their intensity.
From arguments to fiery debates or controversial flashpoints, uncover every heated moment of IPL 2025 that you missed. You can also watch the YouTube video for the list.
Anyways, if you like to read, here is the list.
1. Abhishek Sharma & Digvesh Rathi (SRH vs LSG)

IPL 2025 saw a fiery clash between the SRH opener, Abhishek Sharma, and LSG spinner, Digvesh Rathi. The point arrived in the eighth over of SRH's chase, when Abhishek got dismissed by Rathi, after an explosive knock of 59 runs (20 balls).
The moment occurred when Digvesh, who is known for his exclusive 'notebook' celebration, continued with the same after the dismissal. This gesture provoked Sharma, who was walking back to the dugout, and turned around with an angry reaction to it.
The entire team and the Umpires had to intervene to stop the verbal exchange between them. Both players were fined, with Rathi receiving a suspension.
The intensity of a must-win clash! ๐ฅ#DigveshRathi dismisses the dangerous #AbhishekSharma, & things get heated right after! ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ข
Is this the breakthrough #LSG needed to turn things around? ๐
Watch the LIVE action โก https://t.co/qihxZlIhqW #IPLRace2Playoffs ๐ #LSGvSRH |โฆ pic.twitter.com/TG6LXWNiVaโ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 19, 2025
Post-match Handshake

During the post-match handshake, Sharma and Rathi were seen having a conversation and shaking hands, displaying true sportsmanship.
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2. Hardik Pandya & Sai Kishore (MI vs GT)

A heated exchange occurred between the former teammates, Hardik Pandya and Sai Kishore, during a match between MI and GT. This was during the second innings when MI had to chase down a huge total set by GT.
After a dot ball, Sai Kishore gave Pandya and intense stare to build pressure, while Pandya did not back down and returned the glare with the same intensity. Pandya was also seen saying "f*** off" in response.
Umpires quickly stepped in to diffuse the situation. Kishore answered in a post-match interview saying "Inside the field it should be like that, but we don't take things personally."
GAME ๐
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 29, 2025
Hardik Pandya โ Sai Kishore - teammates then, rivals now! ๐๐ฅ
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Post-match Handshake

Both players hugged it out during the post-match handshakes, clearing out all the ongoing heat and confusion.
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3. Jasprit Bumrah & Karun Nair (MI vs DC)

A rare sight of Jasprit Bumrah being agitated was seen during a match between MI and DC in IPL 2025. It occurred when Karun Nair was having a phenomenal time with the bat for DC and smashed Bumrah for 18 runs in a single over.
The argument began when Nair collided with Bumrah while completing a second run between the wickets. He instantly apologised, but Bumrah was visibly angry and exchanged heated words.
The average Delhi vs Mumbai debate in comments section ๐ซฃ
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 13, 2025
Don't miss @ImRo45 's reaction at the end ๐
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Post-match Handshake

Fans were pleased to see both players sorting things out during the post-match handshake. The official page of Delhi Capitals also posted the moment captured on camera, captioning "Sab theek hai bhai."
Sab theek hai bhai ๐ซ pic.twitter.com/8pi2zFkh1w
โ Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 14, 2025
4. Virat Kohli & KL Rahul (RCB vs DC)

While the friendly banter about KL Rahul's "Kantara" style celebration went viral, a sight of clear heated conversation was also seen in the match between RCB and DC.
This happened in the first innings, when Virat Kohli was batting and Rahul was keeping behind the stumps. The exact words still remain unclear, but Kohli seemed frustrated with DC for delaying while setting up the field during the overs.
Things are heating up in Delhi! ๐ฅ#ViratKohli and #KLRahul exchange a few words in this nail-biting match between #DC and #RCB. ๐ช
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 27, 2025
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Post-match Handshake

DC secured a win against RCB in their first encounter where the heated exchange took place. KL Rahul, who was brilliant with the bat, was seen carrying out a "This is my ground" celebration.
However, things got better after both teams met for the second time, where Kohli mimicked Rahul's celebration after defeating DC, and both of them shared a good laugh.
That โachha hua out ho gayaโ from KL ๐คฃ๐ pic.twitter.com/OGFB4AQ4Lx
โ Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 28, 2025
5. Glenn Maxwell & Travis Head (PBKS vs SRH)

IPL 2025 saw a surprising clash between the Aussie teammates, Travis Head (SRH) and Glenn Maxwell. The incident took place during SRH's massive run-chase, when Head smashed Maxwell for two consecutive sixes.
It was followed by a dot ball in that over, when Maxwell aggressively threw the ball back towards Head. Both teammates reacted sharply after that incident, increasing the tension between them.
Their fellow Aussie teammate, Marcus Stoinis, stepped in with a disappointed look, along with the Umpires, to intervene and resolve the matter.
Watch the clip on: reddit.com
6. Shubman Gill & Umpires (GT vs SRH)

Shubman Gill was at the centre of two heated moments involving umpires in IPL 2025.
The first one occurred when Gill (batting on 76) was given out via a controversial run-out decision. He was furious to be sent back, while the footage was unclear whether SRH's wicket-keeper, Klassen, had dislodged the bails with the ball or his gloves.
What's your take? ๐โ๐ป#ShubmanGill seen having a word with the umpire after being given out by the third umpire on a tight call! ๐
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 2, 2025
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Things escalated in the second innings when captain Gill openly disagreed with an LBW decision for the SRH batter Abhishek Sharma, which went against his team.
Chaos at the centre! ๐ณ#ShubmanGill and #AbhishekSharma in discussion with the umpires!
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 2, 2025
A review going #SRHโs way has sparked some serious drama! ๐ง
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7. Virat Kohli & CSK Pacers (RCB vs CSK)

This incident ignited when CSK's pacer, Khaleel Ahmed, bowled a sharp bouncer to Virat Kohli, and then followed through intensely with a stare. Khaleel got closer to him, while Kohli seemed to maintain the eye-contact and take this as a low-key disrespect.
The drama followed during the post-match handshakes where Kohli had a chat with Khaleel, tauntingly saying "ab tu aa," referring to their second encounter. As a result, Kohli smashed 3 sixes in Khaleel's over, when the teams met for the second time in IPL 2025.
KING REMEMBERS! ๐
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 3, 2025
Come for Virat ๐ MSD, stay for Virat ๐ Khaleel too! ๐ฟ
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Additionally, Kohli also had an instance with CSK's Matheesha Pathirana, where he was hit on the helmet by a bouncer. Kohli immediately responded with a six and a four, while giving back a look.
1st ball โ ๐ฎโ๐จ
โ Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 28, 2025
2nd ball โ 6๏ธโฃ
Thatโs what itโs like facing the GEN GOLD! โค
Classy counter from #ViratKohli! ๐๐ป
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