Nitish Kumar Reddy: Rehabilitation underway at BCCI CoE as the young all-rounder joins several Indian cricketers at the Board’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. TimesofIndia.com has learned that around a dozen players are expected at the facility by the end of the week. While Hardik Pandya, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, and Akash Deep are already training or rehabilitating, Reddy is currently recovering. Washington Sundar and others are set to join them soon. Test hopefuls have been asked to report for fitness assessments ahead of next month’s tour of Sri Lanka. Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja are also likely to visit the CoE. Targeted players like Sarfaraz Khan, Musheer Khan, and Abhishek Porel have already completed their evaluations.
The team management wants to avoid any fitness setbacks before the crucial Sri Lanka Test series. “Hardik has been there training, Reddy is recovering, and Varun and Harshit are undergoing their rehabilitation,” said a source. Thorough assessments will inform selectors about player readiness. The CoE staff expects many more players in the coming days before they join their zonal teams for the Duleep Trophy.
With a packed calendar ahead, including tours of New Zealand and home series against the West Indies, the management needs a pool of fit players. “The domestic season starts next month, so even targeted players need evaluation,” added the source. The focus on fitness aligns with preparations for the 2027 World Cup, as breakdowns could disrupt the team’s plans.
In summary, Nitish Kumar Reddy’s rehabilitation at BCCI CoE highlights the board’s proactive approach to player fitness, ensuring Indian cricket remains strong for upcoming international challenges.