16 Nitish Kumar Reddy

A dynamic all-rounder with the rare ability to swing a match with both bat and ball, Nitish Kumar Reddy (born May 26, 2003) has rapidly ascended from a domestic prodigy to a key fixture in the Indian national side. Known for his resilience in the middle order and his effective medium-pace bowling, Reddy is widely considered the primary successor to India’s seam-bowling all-rounder legacy.

As of January 21, 2026, Reddy is fresh from a fighting performance in the India vs. New Zealand ODI series, where he slammed a gritty 53 (57) in the series decider on January 18. He remains a cornerstone of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) squad, having been retained for the IPL 2026 season at a value of ₹6 Crore.

Career Journey: From Nagaland to the MCG

Early Domestic Dominance

Reddy first made national headlines during the 2017-18 Vijay Merchant Trophy. Representing Andhra, he delivered a record-shattering season, including a monumental triple-century and a staggering 441 against Nagaland. He finished the tournament with 1,237 runs and 26 wickets, a feat that marked him as a “once-in-a-generation” talent.

International Breakthrough: The MCG Century

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s transition to the international stage was historic. Making his Test debut during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, he silenced critics with a counter-attacking century (105) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)*. In doing so, he became the first Indian No. 8 batter to score a Test hundred on Australian soil, joining an elite list of young centurions alongside Sachin Tendulkar and Rishabh Pant.

IPL Evolution: The SRH Powerhouse

Since joining Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023, Nitish has evolved into a reliable “Impact Player.” His breakout 2024 season, where he won the Emerging Player of the Year award, showcased his ability to stabilize the middle order during high-pressure chases. For the 2026 season, SRH has prioritized his retention to maintain their core alongside Pat Cummins and Heinrich Klaasen.

Nitish Kumar Reddy: Consolidated Statistics

Data updated as of January 21, 2026.