2027 WC: Nitish Reddy’s lean returns raise doubts over Hardik backup plan

Nitish Kumar Reddy, a seam-bowling allrounder, remains a puzzle for the Indian team management despite being seen as a key player. Captain Shubman Gill and others have shown reluctance to give him a significant role, raising questions about his future. Selectors aim to develop him as a backup for Hardik Pandya ahead of the 2027 World Cup.