The Back Foot Batter: Padikkal's Rise to Prominence in India's Test Team The recent Test series against Sri Lanka has seen Devdutt Padikkal emerge as a strong contender for the number three spot in India's batting lineup.
His unbeaten 131 on the opening day of the Galle Test caught the attention of former Indian batter Sanjay Manjrekar, who praised Padikkal's ability to score off the back foot against spin.
Padikkal's skillset makes him an attractive option for Indian selectors, particularly his ability to combine defense and attack on slow turning pitches.