Devdutt Padikkal Makes History, Becomes First Batter to Hit 600 Runs in Three VHT Seasons
Karnataka opener Devdutt Padikkal has concluded the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) group stage as the tournament's leading run-scorer, showcasing exceptional form ahead of the knockout phase. The left-handed batter amassed 640 runs across seven innings, maintaining an impressive average of 91.42 and a strike rate of 102.56.
Padikkal's dominance included four centuries and one half-century, with notable knocks such as 147 against Jharkhand and 124 against Kerala. This prolific run-scoring helped Karnataka secure qualification for the VHT quarter-finals, where they will rely heavily on his consistency.
Significantly, Padikkal's 640-run tally makes him the first batter in the history of the Vijay Hazare Trophy to score 600 or more runs in three separate seasons, cementing his status as one of India's most consistent domestic white-ball performers.
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“With this tally, Padikkal became the first batter to score 600-plus runs in three different Vijay Hazare Trophy seasons. His red-hot form has helped Karnataka to qualify for the Quarterfinals, and he would hope that he continues to bat the way he has been.”
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“With this tally, Padikkal became the first batter to score 600-plus runs in three different Vijay Hazare Trophy seasons. His red-hot form has helped Karnataka to qualify for the Quarterfinals, and he would hope that he continues to bat the way he has been.”
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