Devdutt Padikkal is a specialist batsman from India playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. IPL 2026 fantasy price: 8.5 Cr on CricketDream.
🏏PLAYER DETAILS
🌍INTERNATIONAL CAREER
In T20Is, Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 runs across 2 matches at an average of 19.00 (SR 100.00). His best score is 29. In Tests, Devdutt Padikkal has scored 418 runs across 4 matches at an average of 69.67 (SR 60.14), with 2 centuries and 1 half-century. His best score is 167.
| Format | Mat | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Wkts | Bowl Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 2 | 38 | 19.00 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
| Test | 4 | 418 | 69.67 | 60.14 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 5.00 |
| M | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 38 | 29 | 19.00 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
📋PLAYER OVERVIEW
Devdutt Padikkal is a specialist batsman representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. He carries a fantasy credit value of 8.5 Cr on CricketDream.
Across 17 matches this IPL season, Devdutt Padikkal has scored 1423 fantasy points — 84 a game, at 167.4 points per credit. The median specialist batsman in the pool returns 39 a game, so he is running 115% above his position across 226 comparable players.
📊RECENT FORM (LAST 5 MATCHES)
| vs | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Catches | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 117 💯 | 193 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 168 |
| IND | 211 💯 | 305 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 288 |
| Match #199 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15 |
| Match #192 | 30 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Match #148 | 21 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 47 |
Over his last 5 games he is averaging 113 fantasy points, against 84 for the season. Most recently against SL: 168. Best of the run was 288 against IND. 2 fiftys in that stretch.
🎯FANTASY VERDICT
✅ 84 a game at 8.5 Cr — 167.4 points per credit. The median specialist batsman returns 39 a game. He is earning the price tag.
CREDIT VALUE
❓FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are Devdutt Padikkal's IPL 2026 fantasy stats?▾
Devdutt Padikkal has scored 1423 fantasy points across 17 matches in IPL 2026, averaging 84 pts per game. At 8.5 Cr he delivers 167.4 points per credit — excellent value this season.
Is Devdutt Padikkal a good fantasy pick in IPL 2026?▾
Yes — Devdutt Padikkal is one of the premium picks at 8.5 Cr with an elite 84-point average. He is a safe starter in most fantasy formats.
Which IPL team does Devdutt Padikkal play for in 2026?▾
Devdutt Padikkal plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as a batsman in IPL 2026.
What is Devdutt Padikkal's fantasy credit value on CricketDream?▾
Devdutt Padikkal is priced at 8.5 credits on CricketDream for IPL 2026. He has returned 167.4 fantasy points per credit this season across 17 matches.
Should I pick Devdutt Padikkal as captain or vice-captain?▾
Devdutt Padikkal is a strong C/VC option — he averages 84 pts per game with match-winning potential. Captaining him gives you 2× points.
What is Devdutt Padikkal's role in IPL 2026 fantasy cricket?▾
Devdutt Padikkal is a batsman for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. As a specialist batsman his value is highest on flat, batting-friendly pitches.
How has Devdutt Padikkal performed in recent IPL 2026 matches?▾
Devdutt Padikkal has played 17 matches in IPL 2026 with a total of 1423 fantasy points. His form has been excellent, averaging 84 pts per game. Data is updated after every completed match.
How many points per credit does Devdutt Padikkal deliver in IPL 2026?▾
Devdutt Padikkal returns 167.4 fantasy points per credit at his price of 8.5 Cr. This is outstanding value and makes him one of the best options in his price range.
What are Devdutt Padikkal's international cricket career stats?▾
Devdutt Padikkal has international career data across T20I, Test. His best batting format is Test, where he has scored 418 runs in 4 matches with a batting average of 69.67.
How many T20I runs has Devdutt Padikkal scored in international cricket?▾
Devdutt Padikkal has scored 38 runs in 2 T20I matches (2 innings), averaging 19.00 at a strike rate of 100.00. His highest score is 29.
How many Test runs has Devdutt Padikkal scored in international cricket?▾
Devdutt Padikkal has scored 418 runs in 4 Test matches (6 innings), averaging 69.67 at a strike rate of 60.14. He has hit 2 centuries and 1 half-century in Tests. His highest score is 167.
How does Devdutt Padikkal's IPL performance compare to his international career?▾
In IPL 2026, Devdutt Padikkal averages 84 fantasy points per match. Internationally, his best batting average is 69.67 in Tests — demonstrating his pedigree as a world-class cricketer across formats.
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