Devdutt Padikkal is an Indian cricketer who plays for the Bangalore team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. He was born on July 7, 2000, and is 25 years old as of 2025. Devdutt Padikkal is a left-handed batter from Edapal. He started his IPL journey in 2020. In the IPL Auction 2025, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team bought him for INR 2.00 crore.
Devdutt Padikkal IPL Career
Devdutt Padikkal made his IPL debut in 2020 with Royal Challengers Bangalore. So far, he has played 64 matches and scored 1,559 runs, with an average of 25.15. He has smashed 1 century and 9 half-centuries, with his highest IPL score being 101* runs against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2021. In his IPL career, Devdutt Padikkal has hit 169 fours and 42 sixes.
| Team | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| IPL Debut | 2020 |
| Matches | 64 |
| Runs | 1559 |
| IPL Price | INR 2.00 Crore |
| Role | Top order batter |
| Age | 7 July 2000 (age 25) |
Devdutt Padikkal IPL 2024 Runs & Performance
Devdutt Padikkal had a tough time in IPL 2024 after moving to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). He played seven matches but scored only 38 runs, with his highest score being 13. Padikkal mostly batted at No. 3 but struggled to make an impact and was dropped midway. He got another chance as an opener in LSG’s last league match but was out on the first ball.
Devdutt Padikkal’s IPL 2024 performance:
- Strike Rate: 71.70
- Runs: 38
- Matches Played: 7
- Highest Score: 13
- Batting Average: 5.43
Devdutt Padikkal IPL Runs 2023
Devdutt Padikkal played for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2023 season. He scored 261 runs in 11 matches, with an average of 26.10 and a strike rate of 130.50. He smashed 31 fours and 6 sixes during the season. His highest score was 52 against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Devdutt Padikkal’s IPL 2023 performance:
- Strike Rate: 130.50
- Runs: 261
- Matches Played: 11
- Highest Score: 52
- Batting Average: 26.10
Devdutt Padikkal’s IPL Highest Score
Devdutt Padikkal’s highest score in the IPL is 101* runs. He achieved this while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against Rajasthan Royals in the 2021 season. In that match, he scored 101* runs off 52 balls, smashing 11 fours and 6 sixes with a strike rate of 194.23.
Devdutt Padikkal’s IPL Journey
Devdutt Padikkal IPL Debut
Devdutt Padikkal made his IPL debut on September 21, 2020, for Royal Challengers Bangalore (now Bengaluru) against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Dubai. He had a brilliant start, scoring 56 runs off 42 balls as an opener. His knock helped RCB post 163 runs, which they successfully defended.
The left-handed batter continued his good form throughout the season, scoring 473 runs in 15 matches. He hit five half-centuries, with his highest score being 74 against Mumbai Indians at a strike rate of 164.44. Padikkal finished his debut season with a strike rate of 124.80 and an average of 31.53.
Devdutt Padikkal Last IPL Match
Devdutt Padikkal played his last IPL match on May 17, 2024. The left-handed batsman was part of the game between Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians. It was a tough day for him as he got out without scoring any runs.
Devdutt Padikkal IPL 2025 Price
Royal Challengers Bangalore bought Devdutt Padikkal for INR 2 crore in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.
Devdutt Padikkal IPL 2025 Salary
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | INR 20.00 Lac | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2020 | INR 20.00 Lac | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2021 | INR 20.00 Lac | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2022 | INR 7.75 Crore | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2023 | INR7.75 Crore | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2024 | INR 7.75 Crore | Lucknow Super Giants |
| 2025 | INR 2.00 Crore | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
Devdutt Padikkal IPL 2025 Team
Devdutt Padikkal is playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2025. He began his IPL career with RCB team in 2016.
| Year | Team |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2020 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2021 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2022 | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2023 | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2024 | Lucknow Super Giants |
| 2025 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
Devdutt Padikkal’s IPL Career Overview
Devdutt Padikkal IPL Batting Stats
| Year | M | R | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 38 | 13 | 5.43 | 71.70 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 | 11 | 261 | 52 | 26.10 | 130.50 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 6 |
| 2022 | 17 | 376 | 54 | 22.12 | 122.88 | 0 | 1 | 40 | 14 |
| 2021 | 14 | 411 | 101* | 31.61 | 125.30 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 14 |
| 2020 | 15 | 473 | 74 | 31.53 | 124.80 | 0 | 5 | 51 | 8 |
FAQ’s
How many runs Devdutt Padikkal has Score in IPL Career?
Devdutt Padikkal has scored a total of 1559 runs in 64 matches in his IPL career so far.
What is the highest score of Devdutt Padikkal in IPL?
Devdutt Padikkal IPL highest score is 101* against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2021.
What is the Price of Devdutt Padikkal in IPL 2025?
Devdutt Padikkal has been bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore for INR 2.00 Crore in IPL Mega Auction 2025.
When did Devdutt Padikkal made his IPL debut?
Devdutt Padikkal made his IPL debut in 2020 with Royal Challengers Bangalore.
