Prior to their forthcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, India has experienced a significant setback. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is reportedly uncertain for the forthcoming IND vs. SL Test series.
The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) is anticipated to refrain from pushing the youthful all-rounder back into the longest format even though he is making solid progress in his recovery from a left quadriceps injury.
When bowling in the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala, Nitish Kumar Reddy experienced discomfort. Despite being rested for the second ODI, he made a comeback for the third game in Chennai, where the workload made the ailment worse.
The opening Test of India’s two-match Test series versus Sri Lanka will take place at the Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle from August 15 to August 19.
The Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo will host the second and final Test from August 23 to August 27.
Will Nitish Kumar Reddy participate in the tests between India and Sri Lanka?
Nitish Kumar Reddy is not expected to be selected for India’s next Test series in Sri Lanka, according to reports from Cricbuzz.
The all-rounder has been recovering from a quadriceps injury at the BCCI’s Center of Excellence in Bengaluru. He was a member of India’s team for the June New Chandigarh Test against Afghanistan.
Reddy has resumed bowling during his recuperation, according to the same reports, but the BCCI feels that the two-Test series has come too soon for him, and the management does not want to take any chances with his fitness.
It is important to remember that the selection meeting for India’s squad for the Sri Lanka series is anticipated to take place virtually on Tuesday, July 28.
When Is Nitish Kumar Reddy Going to Be Back?
It is noteworthy that Nitish Kumar Reddy may recuperate and reach full fitness prior to the West Indies trip of India in 2026, while he is doubtful for the Sri Lanka Test. Three ODIs and five T20Is make up the West Indies tour.
