Devdutt Padikkal rose to prominence with his impressive performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) where he plays for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) franchise. In the 2020 IPL season, he emerged as one of the standout performers, finishing as the leading run-scorer for RCB. His stylish left-handed batting style, coupled with his ability to anchor innings and play aggressive strokes, has earned him accolades from fans and experts alike.