NITISH KUMAR REDDY

Nitish Kumar Reddy has solidified his reputation as a premier T20 specialist and seam-bowling all-rounder for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).After a stellar 2024 season where he was named the IPL Emerging Player of the Year, Reddy overcame injury setbacks in 2025 to return as a core pillar in IPL 2026.Hailing from Visakhapatnam, the 22-year-old made history in December 2024 by scoring a maiden Test ton (114) against Australia at the MCG—the highest score by a number eight batter at the venue.In the current 2026 season, he has transformed his bowling under specialized guidance, becoming a vital "glue" for SRH. His ability to anchor the middle order while providing crucial breakthroughs with his medium-fast pace makes him a top-tier asset for the franchise and a potential successor to India's leading pace-bowling all-rounders