Nitish Kumar Reddy: A Young All-Rounder to Watch in IPL 2025
Author: Srishti Bhattacharya
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The IPL has always been a breeding ground for emerging talents, and Nitish Kumar Reddy is one of the young prospects who has shown great promise. A talented all-rounder, Reddy made his IPL debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in 2023. While he had limited opportunities in his debut season, glimpses of his potential in 2024 IPL matches have made him a player to watch out for.
His ability to contribute with both bat and ball caught the attention of franchises, and Sunrisers Hyderabad showed faith in him by retaining him for ₹6 crore ahead of IPL 2025. This retention highlights the confidence SRH has in Reddy’s abilities, and he will be looking to justify their trust with impactful performances this season.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Journey
Nitish Kumar Reddy's IPL journey began in 2023 when he was picked by Sunrisers Hyderabad. Though he had limited game time in his first season, his potential as a middle-order batter and a handy pace bowler made him a valuable asset for his team. His performance in the Border Gavaskar trophy , especially when the team was struggling and scoring a century in the tough situation showed that he has the skill set to succeed at the highest level.
With his ability to strike the ball cleanly and bowl crucial overs, Reddy has the makings of a reliable all-rounder. SRH’s decision to retain him for ₹6 crore ahead of IPL 2025 proves that they see him as an integral part of their squad moving forward.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Stats
|
IPL Season |
Matches |
Runs |
HS |
Avg |
S/R |
100s |
50s |
|
2024 |
13 |
303 |
76* |
33.67 |
142.92 |
0 |
2 |
|
2023 |
2 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
0 |
0 |
|
All IPL |
15 |
303 |
76* |
33.67 |
142.92 |
0 |
2 |
What to Expect from Nitish Kumar Reddy in IPL 2025?
With more experience and exposure, Nitish Kumar Reddy will look to make a stronger impact in IPL 2025. His versatility as an all-rounder makes him a valuable addition to the SRH squad. If given consistent opportunities, he has the ability to play the role of a finisher with the bat while also delivering crucial overs with the ball.
With SRH investing ₹6 crore in his retention, there will be high expectations from Reddy. If he capitalizes on his chances, he could become a key player for SRH and a future star in Indian cricket.
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