Rishank Devadiga is an Indian professional kabaddi player known primarily for his role as a raider in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). He has represented several franchises in the league since its early seasons and is regarded among the experienced raiders of the domestic circuit.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Rishank Devadiga |
| Sport | Kabaddi |
| Position | Raider |
| Country | India |
| League | Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) |
| Notable franchises | U Mumba, Puneri Paltan, UP Yoddha (now UP Yoddhas) |
Devadiga hails from Maharashtra and rose through the domestic kabaddi system in India before being signed by franchises in the Pro Kabaddi League. He developed a reputation as an attacking raider with a focus on running hand touches and bonus points.
Devadiga was part of the U Mumba squad in the early seasons of the Pro Kabaddi League, where he played alongside senior raiders and contributed to the franchise's strong run during its title-winning era. U Mumba, based in Mumbai, won the PKL title in Season 2 (2015).
He later moved to UP Yoddha, the franchise representing Uttar Pradesh, where he was used as a lead raider. With UP Yoddha he featured prominently in the team's raiding department during its initial seasons.
Devadiga has also been associated with Puneri Paltan, the Pune-based PKL franchise, in subsequent auctions, continuing his career as a raiding option in the league.
As a raider, Devadiga is known for quick movement at the baulk line, hand-touch raids, and an ability to pick up bonus points under pressure. His experience across multiple franchises has made him a useful squad member for teams looking to add depth in the raiding unit.
Devadiga's career illustrates the trajectory of several Indian kabaddi players who emerged through the franchise model of the Pro Kabaddi League, which was launched in 2014 and helped professionalise the sport in India. Players like him have benefited from auction-based contracts and televised exposure, transforming kabaddi from a traditional sport into a mainstream professional discipline.