🎉 Devdutt Padikkal's Rise: The Highest-Priced Player in KSCA T20 Auction
In the latest edition of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 auction, a name that sparkled was none other than Devdutt Padikkal. This young cricketer, who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), was bought by Hubli Tigers for ₹13.20 lakh.
🏏 A Glimpse into Devdutt's Journey
- ✅ Born in Kerala, Padikkal represents Karnataka in domestic cricket.
- ✅ His decent performance in IPL 2025 earned him 247 runs in just 10 matches with an impressive average and strike rate.
💰 Padikkal's Net Worth & Earnings
As of 2025, Devdutt Padikkal’s estimated net worth is between ₹19 and ₹22 crore. Most of his earnings come from IPL, where he has a contract worth ₹7.75 crore per season with Lucknow Super Giants.
💼 Endorsements & Assets
- ✅ Padikkal has endorsement deals with Puma, Vivo, Eatfit, and SS.
- ✅ He owns two mid-range SUVs, a Toyota Fortuner and a Kia Seltos.
🏠 Where Does Devdutt Live?
The 25-year-old resides in a spacious, comfortable house in Edappal, Kerala.
🏆 Notable Moments in Padikkal's Career
- ✅ In 2025, he missed the IPL final due to a hamstring injury, but his team, led by Rajat Patidar, won their maiden IPL trophy.
🎓 Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Auction 2025
At the auction, Abhinav Manohar (Hubli Tigers) and Manish Pandey (Mysore Warriors) were picked for ₹12.20 lakh each. Shivamogga Lions bought Vidwath Kaverappa for ₹10.80 lakh while Bengaluru Blasters took Vidyadhar Patil for ₹8.30 lakh.
Unfortunately, Rajul Dravid’s son, Samit Dravid, went unsold in the auction.
💬 What's Next for Devdutt Padikkal?
As we look forward to the tournament, which will be held from August 11 to 27 at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium, it's exciting to see what Padikkal has in store for us. Stay tuned for more updates on Cricket, Football, and Tennis at Livemint Sports!
