Devdutt Padikkal Shatters List A Records with Historic Century Spree Ahead of IPL Season

Royal Challengers Bangalore star Devdutt Padikkal concluded a phenomenal run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer of the tournament. The Karnataka opener amassed 725 runs across nine innings at an impressive average of 90.62. His campaign was highlighted by a remarkable streak of four consecutive centuries, showcasing his elite form ahead of the upcoming IPL season.

Padikkal's consistency saw him rewrite the record books in men’s List A cricket. The left-hander became the fastest batter globally to reach 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 centuries in the format, demonstrating both prolific scoring and rapid milestone accumulation. His dominant performances, which included knocks of 147, 124, 113, and 108, underscore his growing maturity and ability to anchor an innings while maintaining a healthy strike rate of 98.23.

Although Karnataka’s campaign ended in the semi-finals, Padikkal’s individual brilliance was undeniable. This sustained high-level performance in domestic 50-over cricket provides a massive boost to his confidence and reaffirms his status as one of India's most promising top-order talents, making him a key player to watch when the IPL returns.