Devdutt Padikkal opens on career comeback after Australia 'A' setback ahead of NZ Tests
· Sports · Times of India
Devdutt Padikkal reflected on a turbulent Test journey from Dharamshala to Perth to Galle, admitting he once believed his cricketing career was over after a disappointing outing against Australia 'A' at home. The 26-year-old opened up about navigating self-doubt and working on technical adjustments ahead of India's two-Test series against New Zealand, starting in Wellington on October 27, 2026. Padikkal discussed the challenges of adapting to New Zealand's windy conditions and credited India 'A' games against Australia 'A' for helping him understand the environment. He also shared that a key conversation with senior teammate KL Rahul during the Australia tour focused on evolving his game and preparing for a recall.
Why it matters
Padikkal's candid account reveals how a young Indian batter fought to regain form and confidence after being written off, highlighting the mental and technical resilience required to survive the intense selection pressure in Indian cricket ahead of an overseas series.
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