Team-wise one player who deserves a salary hike in IPL 2020

5) Royal Challengers Bangalore – Devdutt Padikkal (20 lakhs)

Unlike most seasons, there are more positives than negatives for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2020. The team has played good cricket in the early phase of the tournament. The only worry is that they are losing the plot in big run-chases. They will have to work on it if they want to go deep in the tournament.

Both their batting and bowling departments have contributed in patches. More so, the batting where AB De Villiers and the newcomer, Devdutt Padikkal, have been their guardian angels. The latter has really been a find of the tournament. Even though he has just played five games, Padikkal looks the one who is in for a long haul.

His temperament has already gained him quite a few admirers in the cricketing circle. He has been able to compliment the reputed stars of the team without any fuss. Moreover, Padikkal has looked at ease against international quality bowlers. Hence, it seems finally the RCB fans can pin their hopes on a batsman other than Virat Kohli and ABD.

By all means, Padikkal can be considered one of the smartest buys by the franchise over the past few seasons. Looking at his talent, he is a steal for 20 lakhs. And it will not be wrong if they invest more in him as he can be the successor to Kohli in the future. For sure, Bangalore should retain him for a higher amount and not commit the same old mistake of leaving a good player like him to buy an expensive one.