Devdutt Padikkal creates Vijay Hazare Trophy record even Kohli, Tendulkar and Rohit never achieved

What happened: Devdutt Padikkal crossed 600 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26, setting a historic tournament record.

Why it matters now: He is now the first batter ever to score 600-plus runs in three different Vijay Hazare seasons.

What changes for people: The milestone firmly places Padikkal among India’s most consistent domestic performers.

Who is affected: Indian selectors, domestic teams, and fans tracking emerging national prospects.

Indian batter Devdutt Padikkal continues to redefine consistency in domestic cricket, achieving a rare milestone that even legends Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma could not manage in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

The left-hander reached the landmark during Karnataka’s 150-run win over Rajasthan, a result that sealed Karnataka’s place in the quarter-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26.

The record that sets Padikkal apart

Padikkal scored a fluent 91 off 82 balls, narrowly missing what would have been his fifth century in six matches this season. While the hundred eluded him, history did not.

Key fact: Padikkal became the first batter in Vijay Hazare Trophy history to score 600 or more runs in three separate seasons.

No other player, including some of India’s greatest modern batters, has achieved this level of repeated dominance in the tournament.

Major outcome: Padikkal now owns a unique Vijay Hazare record unmatched by any Indian great.

A season of sustained excellence

With over 600 runs in the ongoing edition, Padikkal has been the backbone of Karnataka’s campaign. His ability to anchor innings while maintaining a strong strike rate has stood out in high-pressure matches.

Cricket analysts say what separates Padikkal is not just peak performance, but season-after-season reliability, a trait highly valued in one-day formats.

Why this milestone is significant

The Vijay Hazare Trophy has been a launchpad for India’s top limited-overs players. While stars like Kohli, Tendulkar, and Rohit have all featured in the competition, none managed three 600-run seasons.

Experts point out that Padikkal’s record reflects:

Longevity in domestic cricket

Adaptability across seasons

Mental consistency under scrutiny