Kaki Nitish Kumar Reddy is a professional Indian cricketer born on 26th May, 2003, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. He is a right-handed batting-all rounder and bowls right-arm medium fast. He first gained attention during the 2017-18 Vijay Merchant Trophy, where he made a triple-century for Andhra, followed by an incredible 441 off 345 balls against Nagaland. He amassed a record 1237 runs at an average of 176.41, still the highest tally in the tournament's history. This feat earned him the BCCI's best U16 cricketer award for the season.
However, Reddy's performances in IPL 2024 were game-changing. He played pivotal roles in Sunrisers Hyderabad's playoff run, with a crucial 64 against Punjab Kings securing a one-run victory, and an unbeaten 76 against Rajasthan Royals clinching a two-run win. Due to his heroics in the 2024 IPL season, Reddy was called up by the Indian national team to play in the T20 series against Bangladesh in October 2024.
Nitish Kumar Reddy Salary 2024
According to BCCI’s official website, Reddy is yet to secure a central contract from the BCCI. However, he received a match fee of INR 3 lakh for playing in the T20 series against Bangladesh in October 2024. He also earns a salary of INR 20 lakh from the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and is retained by the franchise for the upcoming season.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Salary
Nitish Reddy made his IPL debut in 2023 for Sunrisers Hyderabad when he signed a contract at his base price of INR 20 lakh. Due to his successful performances in the 2024 IPL season, he was retained at the same price and is set to play his third season with the franchise.
Nitish Kumar Reddy Contract 2024
As of October 2024, Nitish Kumar Reddy has not signed a central contract with the BCCI. Nitish Kumar Reddy signed a contract with the Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023 and has been successfully retained by the franchise for the past two years.
Nitish Kumar Reddy IPL Contract
Nitish Kumar Reddy was signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023 at his base price of INR 20 lakh and has been retained by the franchise for the past two seasons.
FAQ's On Nitish Kumar Reddy Salary and Contract
A. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is 21 years old, as of October 2024.
A. Nitish Kumar Reddy plays for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL.
A. Sunrisers Hyderabad pays Nitish Kumar Reddy INR 20 lakh per season.
A. Nitish Kumar Reddy has become the most expensive player in the Andhra Pradesh Premier League to be held in his state. He has been added by the Godavari Titans team of this league for INR 15.66 lakh.
A. Nitish Kumar Reddy is a batting all-rounder who is known for his right-handed fast bowling and explosive batting.
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