How fast did Devdutt Padikkal score his century against Tamil Nadu?

Devdutt Padikkal scored his century in just 45 balls against Tamil Nadu.

What was Karnataka's total in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match?

Karnataka posted a total of 245 for three in the match.

Is Devdutt Padikkal's century a record in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy?

While an incredible feat, it's Karnataka's second-highest SMAT total, not necessarily a tournament record for fastest century.

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Padikkal's Blitz: 45-Ball Century Ignites SMAT

2 Dec

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Summary

Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten 102 off just 45 balls.
He smashed 10 fours and six sixes in his explosive innings.
Karnataka posted their second-highest total of 245/3 in SMAT history.

Padikkal's Blitz: 45-Ball Century Ignites SMAT

Devdutt Padikkal showcased extraordinary batting prowess by scoring a magnificent 45-ball century for Karnataka in their recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy encounter against Tamil Nadu. Opening the innings, Padikkal remained unbeaten on 102, a fiery knock studded with 10 boundaries and six maximums, guiding his team to a formidable 245 for three in 20 overs.

This remarkable total stands as Karnataka's second-highest ever in the history of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Their highest total, 250 for three, was achieved against Services in 2019. Padikkal's century was a significant highlight, demonstrating his aggressive batting style and ability to accelerate the scoring rate dramatically.

The match, held in Ahmedabad, saw Padikkal and Mayank Agarwal forge a strong 69-run opening partnership. Padikkal reached his fifty in just 26 deliveries, setting the stage for his T20 century, striking at an impressive rate well over 200.