Nitish Kumar Reddy has become a key player for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Despite bowling only 23.1 overs in the previous three seasons, he has already bowled 13 overs in six games in 2026. The 22-year-old has been successful in taking early wickets and also contributing during the death overs, all while bowling at faster speeds after working with pace-bowling coach Steffan Jones to consistently hit the 140kph mark.
SRH assistant coach James Franklin praised Reddy’s performance, noting his improvement from the previous season. Franklin commended Reddy for his increased pace and strategic bowling approach, expressing hope that he can maintain his current form throughout the tournament. Franklin also highlighted the learning curve for young bowlers like Praful Hinge, who had a mixed start to his IPL career with a standout performance against Rajasthan Royals followed by a tough match against Chennai Super Kings.
Franklin emphasized the importance of patience and learning from each experience for young players like Hinge and Sakib Hussain. Overall, Reddy’s impressive performances and the potential growth of young bowlers have been positive developments for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing IPL season. The article was published on April 20, 2026.
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