Nitish Kumar Reddy’s IPL story is a study in rapid ascent. Bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for just Rs 20 lakh as an uncapped Andhra all-rounder ahead of the 2023 season, he played only two games in his debut year. Twelve months later he was the breakout Indian all-rounder of the league, winning the IPL 2024 Emerging Player of the Season award after scoring 303 runs at a strike rate of 142.92 as SRH reached the final. That season changed everything: SRH retained him for Rs 6 crore, he forced his way into the Indian team in all formats, and he has since held his place as the franchise’s first-choice seam-bowling all-rounder. A quieter 2025 gave way to a strong all-round 2026 campaign, 302 runs at 171.59 plus eight wickets, that underlined why SRH continue to build around him.
Reddy offers something few Indian players in the IPL do: genuine two-skill value. He bats in the middle order, strikes cleanly from ball one, and bowls right-arm medium-fast that has added real pace in the last two seasons. His India career took off in parallel, a Test debut in Australia in late 2024 followed by a memorable hundred at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, but the IPL remains the stage where his reputation was made. This page covers his full IPL record season by season, his auction and retention history, his best performances, and his status for IPL 2027.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Stats Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nitish Kumar Reddy |
| IPL Debut | 2023 |
| Role | All-rounder |
| Batting Style | Right-hand bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium-fast |
| Nationality | India |
| Current IPL Team | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) |
| IPL Matches | 42 |
| IPL Runs | 787 |
| Highest Score | 76* |
| IPL Wickets | 13 |
| Best Bowling | 2/17 |
| IPL 2027 Team | Not officially confirmed |
| IPL 2027 Price | Not officially confirmed |
Who Is Nitish Kumar Reddy?
Nitish Kumar Reddy was born on 26 May 2003 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. A right-handed middle-order batter who bowls right-arm medium-fast, he came up through Andhra’s age-group system, where he was noted early for big junior scores, including triple and quadruple hundreds in age-group cricket. He made his senior domestic debut for Andhra as a teenager and his ability to contribute in both disciplines marked him out quickly as a genuine all-rounder rather than a batter who bowls a little.
His international breakthrough followed his IPL rise. After the 2024 season he made his India T20I debut against Bangladesh in October 2024, striking 74 from 34 balls in one innings, and then his Test debut in Australia in November 2024, where he scored a widely praised century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. A left-knee injury later kept him out of Tests in England in 2025, but by IPL 2026 he was back fully fit and delivering with both bat and ball for SRH.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Teams
| Season | Team | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bought at auction for Rs 20 lakh |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Retained |
| 2025 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Retained for Rs 6 crore |
| 2026 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Retained (Rs 6 crore) |
| 2027 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Expected, not officially confirmed |
Reddy has spent his entire IPL career with Sunrisers Hyderabad, a rare one-franchise story for a young Indian all-rounder. SRH picked him as an uncapped player in the 2023 auction, and his value multiplied thirty times in eighteen months when the franchise retained him for Rs 6 crore ahead of the 2025 mega auction. When speculation about a possible move surfaced before the 2026 season, Reddy shut it down publicly, writing on social media that his connection with SRH was built on trust and that he would always stand by the team. He stayed, and SRH’s 2027 pre-auction prediction lists again name him among the franchise’s retained core, though the official retention announcement is still awaited.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL 2024 Stats
| Batting | Figures |
|---|---|
| Matches | 13 |
| Runs | 303 |
| Highest Score | 76* |
| Average | 33.67 |
| Strike Rate | 142.92 |
| 50s / 100s | 2 / 0 |
| Fours / Sixes | 15 / 21 |
| Bowling | Figures |
|---|---|
| Wickets | 3 |
| Best Bowling | 2/17 |
| Average | 51.00 |
| Economy | 11.62 |
The 2024 season was the one that made him. Batting in a lineup headlined by Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma at the top and Heinrich Klaasen in the middle, Reddy found his own niche as a finisher and crisis manager, producing an unbeaten 76 against Rajasthan Royals and 64 against Punjab Kings among his match-turning knocks. His 303 runs came at the second-fastest clip among SRH’s Indian batters, and the league recognised the breakthrough with the Emerging Player of the Season award. SRH went all the way to the final, and Reddy’s rise was one of the stories of their campaign.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL 2025 Stats
| Batting | Figures |
|---|---|
| Matches | 13 |
| Runs | 182 |
| Highest Score | 32 |
| Average | 22.75 |
| Strike Rate | 118.95 |
| 50s / 100s | 0 / 0 |
| Fours / Sixes | 16 / 4 |
| Bowling | Figures |
|---|---|
| Wickets | 2 |
| Best Bowling | 1/13 |
| Average | 23.50 |
| Economy | 9.40 |
2025 was a step back. Reddy played 13 games but never found the fluency of the previous year, managing 182 runs at a strike rate under 120, and he barely bowled, sending down only a handful of overs across the season. It was the classic second-season squeeze: teams had worked out his strengths, his own international workload had grown, and the runs dried up. He spoke later about negative thoughts creeping in during that period, and about the work he put into his bowling and fitness to come back stronger.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL 2026 Stats
| Batting | Figures |
|---|---|
| Matches | 14 |
| Runs | 302 |
| Highest Score | 56 |
| Average | 30.20 |
| Strike Rate | 171.59 |
| 50s / 100s | 1 / 0 |
| Fours / Sixes | 19 / 21 |
| Bowling | Figures |
|---|---|
| Wickets | 8 |
| Best Bowling | 2/17 |
| Average | Not officially confirmed |
| Economy | Not officially confirmed |
The comeback season. Reddy played 14 matches in 2026 and matched his 2024 run tally almost exactly, 302 runs, but at a far hotter strike rate of 171.59, with 21 sixes. More importantly, the bowling came back: eight wickets, including a Player of the Match performance against Kolkata Knight Riders where he hit 39 off 24 and took 2/17. He bowled the new ball at times, added noticeable pace, and was used for three to four overs a game, which is what prompted former India keeper Deep Dasgupta to call him the only proper all-rounder of IPL 2026 on ESPNcricinfo. A cameo of 29 not out off 13 balls and 1/11 against Punjab Kings in May 2026 showed the complete package in a single evening.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL 2027 Stats
IPL 2027 statistics are not available yet because the season has not started. The 2027 auction and retention window had not concluded as of 21 October 2026, so no official figures exist for the season. Pre-auction prediction lists place Nitish Kumar Reddy among Sunrisers Hyderabad’s retained core for 2027, which would continue his one-franchise IPL career, but SRH’s official retained players announcement is still awaited. This section will be updated once the season’s fixtures and his 2027 numbers are confirmed.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL 2027 Team and Price
His IPL 2027 team and price are not officially confirmed. The expectation across pre-auction coverage is that he remains with Sunrisers Hyderabad, the franchise that signed him as an uncapped player in 2023, retained him for Rs 6 crore ahead of the 2025 mega auction, and kept him through 2026. If SRH retain him again, his price will be set at the retention announcement; if he goes to the auction, his price will be decided by bidding. Neither outcome is official yet, so no 2027 price is stated here.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Career Batting Stats
| Season | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 | 0 | – | – |
| 2024 | 13 | 303 | 76* | 33.67 | 142.92 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 21 |
| 2025 | 13 | 182 | 32 | 22.75 | 118.95 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 4 |
| 2026 | 14 | 302 | 56 | 30.20 | 171.59 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 21 |
| Career | 42 | 787 | 76* | 29.15 | 145.47 | 3 | 0 | 50 | 46 |
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Career Bowling Stats
| Season | Mat | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | – | – | 10.80 |
| 2024 | 13 | 3 | 2/17 | 51.00 | 11.62 |
| 2025 | 13 | 2 | 1/13 | 23.50 | 9.40 |
| 2026 | 14 | 8 | 2/17 | Not officially confirmed | Not officially confirmed |
| Career | 42 | 13 | 2/17 | Not officially confirmed | Not officially confirmed |
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Stats by Year
| Season | Team | Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | SRH | 2 | – | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.80 |
| 2024 | SRH | 13 | – | 303 | 76* | 33.67 | 142.92 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 11.62 |
| 2025 | SRH | 13 | – | 182 | 32 | 22.75 | 118.95 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9.40 |
| 2026 | SRH | 14 | – | 302 | 56 | 30.20 | 171.59 | 1 | 0 | 8 | – |
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Highest Score
His highest IPL score is the unbeaten 76 he made for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals in the 2024 season, the innings that announced him as a finisher of real quality. Earlier that same campaign he had made 64 against Punjab Kings, and in 2026 his best was 56, alongside unbeaten cameos like the 29 off 13 balls against Punjab Kings in May 2026. The 76* remains the standout: it came in a winning cause during SRH’s run to the final and set the tone for his Emerging Player award.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Wickets and Best Bowling
Reddy has taken 13 IPL wickets across 42 matches, with best figures of 2/17, a mark he has hit more than once. His most complete bowling performance came against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026, 2/17 to go with 39 off 24 with the bat, which earned him Player of the Match. His bowling role has grown steadily: barely used in 2025, he became a genuine third or fourth seamer in 2026, trusted with the new ball at times and regularly bowling three to four overs. SRH captain Pat Cummins has leaned on him in the powerplay, and his added pace has made him harder to line up.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Batting Records
His batting record is built on three half-centuries in 42 matches, with 50 fours and 46 sixes, a six count that reflects his clean striking more than his fifty tally does. The 2024 and 2026 seasons, 303 runs at 142.92 and 302 runs at 171.59, are his two landmark campaigns with the bat. The dip in 2025, 182 runs at 118.95 with no fifty, is part of the record too, and it makes the 2026 rebound the more convincing evidence of his quality.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Auction Price History
| Season | Team | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rs 20 lakh | Auction (uncapped signing) |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rs 20 lakh | Retained |
| 2025 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rs 6 crore | Retention (pre-mega auction) |
| 2026 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rs 6 crore | Retained |
| 2027 | Not officially confirmed | Not officially confirmed | Awaited |
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Records and Achievements
- IPL 2024 Emerging Player of the Season, after 303 runs at 142.92 and three wickets as SRH reached the final.
- One of the biggest value jumps in IPL history: from a Rs 20 lakh uncapped signing in 2023 to a Rs 6 crore retention in 2025.
- Player of the Match against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 for 39 off 24 and 2/17.
- Described as the only proper all-rounder of IPL 2026 by Deep Dasgupta on ESPNcricinfo, for batting in the middle order and regularly bowling three to four overs.
- Has played his entire IPL career, 42 matches and counting, for one franchise, Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Parlayed his 2024 IPL form into an India debut in both T20Is and Tests, including a century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s IPL Performance Analysis
The numbers trace a clear three-act arc. In 2024, Reddy was the beneficiary of SRH’s ultra-aggressive template: he batted with freedom in the middle order, struck at 142.92, and his 21 sixes showed he belonged at this level. In 2025, the same template squeezed him: his strike rate collapsed to 118.95, he faced fewer balls in his preferred zones, and SRH barely asked him to bowl, which removed half his value. The 2026 response is what matters most for his 2027 outlook. He did not just recover his batting, he upgraded it, 171.59 is elite finishing pace, and he reclaimed a real bowling role with eight wickets and new-ball spells. That dual contribution is what separates him from the pure Indian middle-order hitters in the league. The trend to watch is whether SRH give him the defined bowling role analysts have asked for; if his four-overs-a-game usage from late 2026 becomes standard, his wicket tally should keep climbing alongside the runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team does Nitish Kumar Reddy play for in the IPL?
Sunrisers Hyderabad. He has played his entire IPL career for SRH since his debut in 2023.
What is Nitish Kumar Reddy’s IPL auction price?
SRH bought him for Rs 20 lakh in the 2023 auction and retained him for Rs 6 crore ahead of the 2025 mega auction. His 2027 price is not officially confirmed.
When did Nitish Kumar Reddy make his IPL debut?
He made his IPL debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2023 season, playing two matches in his first year.
What are Nitish Kumar Reddy’s career IPL stats?
In 42 IPL matches he has scored 787 runs at an average of 29.15 and a strike rate of 145.47, with a highest score of 76 not out and three fifties, and taken 13 wickets with best figures of 2/17.
Did Nitish Kumar Reddy win the Emerging Player award?
Yes. He was named the IPL 2024 Emerging Player of the Season after scoring 303 runs at 142.92 and taking three wickets as SRH reached the final.
What is Nitish Kumar Reddy’s highest IPL score?
76 not out, made for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals in the 2024 season.
Is Nitish Kumar Reddy an all-rounder?
Yes. He is a right-handed middle-order batter and a right-arm medium-fast bowler, and in 2026 he regularly bowled three to four overs a game for SRH.
Will Nitish Kumar Reddy play for SRH in IPL 2027?
That is not officially confirmed. Pre-auction prediction lists name him among SRH’s retained core, but the franchise’s official 2027 retention announcement is still awaited.
Sources and Data Notes
Season and career figures are drawn from his IPL player profiles on myKhel and Cricfacts, cross-checked against match reporting from Cricbuzz, Cricketnmore and DAfanews, and SRH retention coverage. Statistics and player information are checked against available reliable sources and may be updated as new IPL matches, transfers, or official announcements are confirmed.
Statistics updated through: 21 October 2026
