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Devdutt Padikkal’s Back-to-Back Test Centuries Boost India’s Claim for No.3 Spot
✍️ heraldgoa.in
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 08:40 PM
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Padikkal scored consecutive centuries in Test cricket, reinforcing India’s push for the third place in the ICC rankings.
Devdutt Padikkal delivered two successive centuries in recent Test matches, a feat that has drawn attention from cricket analysts across the country. The back-to-back tons underline his rising form and add depth to India’s batting line‑up.
His performances come at a crucial juncture as the Indian team seeks to consolidate its position in the ICC Test rankings. The consecutive scores have been cited as a key factor in strengthening India’s claim for the coveted third spot.
While details of the venues and opposition remain unreported, Padikkal’s consistency signals a positive trend for the side’s overseas campaign and offers confidence to the coaching staff ahead of upcoming series.
His performances come at a crucial juncture as the Indian team seeks to consolidate its position in the ICC Test rankings. The consecutive scores have been cited as a key factor in strengthening India’s claim for the coveted third spot.
While details of the venues and opposition remain unreported, Padikkal’s consistency signals a positive trend for the side’s overseas campaign and offers confidence to the coaching staff ahead of upcoming series.