The Indian cricket team has always been a breeding ground for talented young players, and one such emerging star is Devdutt Padikkal. Born on July 7, 2000, in Edavanakad, Kerala, Padikkal has been making waves in the cricketing world with his impressive performances. In this article, we will delve into Devdutt Padikkal's cricket career, stats, records, and ICC rankings, as per the latest updates from Wisden.
Early Life and Career
Padikkal's love affair with cricket began at a young age, and he started playing the sport at the age of 8. He represented his school team and later joined the Karnataka state team, where he quickly made a name for himself. His impressive performances in the domestic circuit earned him a spot in the India Under-19 team, and he went on to play in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup.
Rise to Fame
Padikkal's breakthrough season came in 2019-2020, when he scored 609 runs in the Ranji Trophy, including a century on debut. His impressive performances caught the attention of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises, and he was picked up by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team. In the 2020 IPL season, Padikkal scored 473 runs, including five half-centuries, and finished as the third-highest run-scorer for RCB.
Cricket Career Stats
As per the latest updates from Wisden, Devdutt Padikkal's cricket career stats are as follows:
First-class cricket: 14 matches, 912 runs, average 50.66, highest score 178
List A cricket: 20 matches, 835 runs, average 46.39, highest score 126
T20 cricket: 35 matches, 1015 runs, average 33.83, highest score 99
Records and Achievements
Padikkal has already achieved several records and milestones in his short career. Some of his notable achievements include:
Youngest player to score a century on Ranji Trophy debutFastest player to reach 1000 runs in the IPLMost runs scored by an Indian player in a single IPL season (2020)
ICC Rankings
As per the latest ICC rankings, Devdutt Padikkal is ranked 55th in the ICC T20I batting rankings, with a rating of 343. He is also ranked 73rd in the ICC ODI batting rankings, with a rating of 236.
Devdutt Padikkal is undoubtedly one of the most exciting young players in Indian cricket today. With his impressive performances in the domestic circuit and the IPL, he has already caught the attention of the cricketing world. As he continues to grow and develop as a player, we can expect to see more impressive stats, records, and achievements from this talented young cricketer. Keep an eye on Wisden for the latest updates on Devdutt Padikkal's cricket career, stats, and ICC rankings.
Note: The stats and rankings mentioned in this article are subject to change and may not reflect the current numbers. For the latest updates, please visit Wisden.com.
