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Rising Star: Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Cricketing Journey
Kaki Nitish Kumar Reddy is a talented Indian cricketer currently representing Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He was acquired by the team during the 2023 IPL auction for ₹20 lakh, showcasing his potential to contribute to the squad. Nitish made his international debut in T20 cricket on October 6, 2024, marking an exciting new chapter in his cricketing journey.
Cricket Career & Stats:
- Test Matches: Debuting in November 2024 against Australia, Nitish has played 5 Tests, scoring 298 runs at an average of 37.25, including a remarkable 114-run century.
- T20I Matches: Since his T20I debut in October 2024, he has featured in 3 matches, amassing 90 runs with an impressive average of 45. His standout performance includes a rapid 74-run innings against Bangladesh.
- IPL Career: Nitish joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023 for ₹20 lakh. In the 2024 season, he emerged as the “Emerging Player of the Season,” scoring 303 runs at a strike rate of 142. Recognizing his potential, SRH retained him for ₹6 crore ahead of the 2025 season.
Records & Achievements
- Holds the record for the highest run tally in a single Vijay Merchant Trophy season, with 1,237 runs at an average of 176.41, earning him the BCCI’s Best U-16 Cricketer award.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Born on May 26, 2003, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, Nitish’s cricketing journey was significantly supported by his father, who left his job to nurture his son’s talent.
- He first gained attention with a 345-ball 441-run innings against Nagaland during the 2017-18 Vijay Merchant Trophy.
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