Devdutt Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal Announces Dominance With Record-Setting 45-Ball Hundred In SMAT 2025-26

Devdutt Padikkal delivered a breathtaking performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, lighting up the clash between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu with a blistering century off just 45 deliveries.

Dec 02, 2025, 16:50 PM IST

India's Predicted Playing XI For 2nd Test Against South Africa: Shubman Gill, Axar Patel OUT; Devdutt Padikkal IN

After their crushing loss against South Africa in the first Test in Kolkata, India will look to bounce back in the second and last match of the two-match series at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, starting on Saturday, November 22. Shubman Gill, who captained India in the first Test, retired hurt on Day 2 of the Kolkata Testdue to a neck injury, has been advised to rest, making his participation doubtful. If Gill misses out, Rishabh Pant is expected to take over as captain for the second Test.

The second Test match holds immense importance for India to keep their World Test Championship (WTC) hopes alive and playing XI selection for the second Test will be heavily influenced by fitness concerns.

Here's India's predicted Playing XI 2nd Test against South Africa in Guwahati:

Nov 18, 2025, 18:57 PM IST

5 Players RCB Might Release To Increase IPL 2026 Auction Purse: Mayank Agarwal, Liam Livingstone And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy.

Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players before the IPL 2026 auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn't fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season.  

Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction:

Nov 01, 2025, 20:07 PM IST

Rishabh Pant Makes Comeback, Named India A Captain For South Africa A Red-Ball Series

Rishabh Pant has been named India A captain for the red-ball series against South Africa A starting October 30 in Bengaluru. Returning from a foot injury, Pant leads a strong squad featuring KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, and Mohammed Siraj, providing key preparation for upcoming senior Tests.

Oct 21, 2025, 13:55 PM IST

4 Players RCB Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Mayank Agarwal, Liam Livingstone And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy.

Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players before the IPL 2026 auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn't fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season.  

Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction: 

Oct 10, 2025, 16:11 PM IST

India's Predicted Playing XI For 1st Test Against West Indies: KL Rahul-Yashasvi Jaiswal To Open, Jasprit Bumrah Set For Comeback, Shubman Gill To Bat At...

Shubman Gill-led India will face Roston Chase's West Indies in the first Test of the two match series at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 2. With the series at home on spin-friendly pitches, India is expected to prioritize a spin-heavy attack while maintaining balance with all-rounders and a solid batting order.

Premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah is fit and available for the Test series against West Indies but India will miss the services of star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant, who is still recovering from his injury. On the other hand, Devdutt Padikkal has earned a recall for the series.

Here's India's predicted Playing XI for 1st Test against West Indies:

Sep 29, 2025, 23:38 PM IST

Karun Nair Breaks Silence on West Indies Test Snub: “Ask the Selectors”

Karun Nair misses out on India’s Test squad for the West Indies series as selectors favor in-form Devdutt Padikkal, sparking debate over team strategy and player performance.

Sep 26, 2025, 10:39 AM IST

India’s Probable Squad for West Indies Tests 2025: Karun Nair Out, Devdutt Padikkal Back

Karun Nair likely dropped as Devdutt Padikkal earns recall in India’s probable squad for the West Indies Test series 2025.

Sep 23, 2025, 10:54 AM IST

4 Players RCB Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Liam Livingstone, Mayank Agarwal And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players before the IPL 2026 auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn’t fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season.

Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction:

Sep 21, 2025, 21:11 PM IST

Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel Slam Centuries As India-A Play Draw Against Australia A In Lucknow

In batting-heavy contest, both teams - India-A and Australia A piled on centuries - four in total across the game - as the bowlers toiled on a flat surface

 

Sep 19, 2025, 22:53 PM IST

4 Players RCB Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Liam Livingstone, Lungi Ngidi And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players before the IPL 2026 auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn’t fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season.

Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction:

Aug 23, 2025, 20:39 PM IST

4 Players RCB Might Release To Free Up Purse Before IPL 2026 Auction: Liam Livingstone, Mayank Agarwal And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players ahead of the next auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their IPL title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn’t fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season.

Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction:

Jul 13, 2025, 16:39 PM IST

4 Players RCB Might Release Despite Winning IPL 2025 Title: Liam Livingstone, Mayank Agarwal And...

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Tuesday, June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players ahead of the next season in order to be more competitive and defend their IPL title.

Here's list of players whom RCB might release after IPL 2025 season:

Jun 06, 2025, 21:55 PM IST

Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis For CSK; Mayank Agarwal For RCB: Replacements Picked By MI, KKR, PBKS, GT, LSG, DC, RR, SRH For IPL 2025 Before Suspension - In Pics

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the remainder of the IPL 2025 with immediate effect for one week amid the India-Pakistan conflict. Around 18 players were ruled out of the IPL 2025 over the weeks and the teams brought in replacements for them before the suspension of the tournament.  

Here's a list of all the players who got injured and their replacements for IPL 2025:

May 10, 2025, 21:23 PM IST

Fastest Indian Batters To Score 2000 T20 Runs: Sai Sudharsan Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Record; Check Full List

Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan on Friday broke batting legend Sachin Tendulkar's record to become the fastest Indian batter to score 2000 T20 runs. Sudharsan achieved the milestone during the IPL 2025 match between Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 2.

Here's list of India batters, who have scored fastest 2000 runs in T20 cricket:

May 02, 2025, 23:47 PM IST

'He Returned To His Default...': Ex-RCB Coach Opens Up On Virat Kohli's Knock Against Rajasthan Royals

At the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Virat Kohli hit his fifth fifty of the ongoing season, while sharing a 95-run stand with Devdutt Padikkal, who also hit a half-century, to set the base for RCB posting 205/5. 

Apr 25, 2025, 16:23 PM IST

RCB's Predicted Playing XI For IPL 2025 Match Against Rajasthan Royals - Check In Pics

Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru will lock horns with Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals in the 28th match of the IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday, April 12. After losing their last match against Delhi Capitals, RCB will look to bounce back with a win in Jaipur.

Here is RCB's predicted playing XI for the IPL 2025 match against RR:

Apr 12, 2025, 18:44 PM IST

Bhuvneshwar Kumar IN, THIS Player To Come In As Impact SUB: RCB's Predicted Playing XI For IPL 2025 Match Against GT

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will lock horns with Gujarat Titans in the 14th match of IPL 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on April 2. Ahead of the game, take a look at RCB’s predicted playing XI against Gujarat Titans.

Apr 01, 2025, 13:47 PM IST

IPL’s Brightest Young Talents: A Decade Of Emerging Player Award Winners

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a breeding ground for young talent, Every season, a young player rises above the rest, showcasing immense skill with the bat or ball. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the players who have won the Emerging Player of the Season award in the last decade:

 

 

Mar 18, 2025, 14:34 PM IST

Rohit Sharma Stunned By Devdutt Padikkal's Off-Spin In Practice, Video Goes Viral Ahead Of IND vs AUS 4th Test - Watch

Looking at the numbers, Rohit’s batting in 2024 paints a concerning picture. In 24 Test innings this year, he has accumulated just 607 runs at a below-par average of 26.39.

Dec 23, 2024, 09:00 AM IST