Why is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing in the third ODI? BCCI provides update

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Why is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing in the third ODI?: The third and final match of the three-match ODI series between India and Australia is being played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Australia captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and elected to bat first. Let's find out what changes have been made to the Indian team for this crucial match and why young player Nitish Kumar Reddy is not part of the playing XI.

Two major changes in the 3rd ODI against Australia

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Two changes have been made to the Indian team for the third ODI

• Included: Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna
• Excluded: Arshdeep Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy

Why Nitish Kumar Reddy is Not Playing the 3rd IND vs AUS ODI

The reason for young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy's exclusion from the playing XI is not his poor form, but an injury.

BCCI's official statement

The BCCI issued a statement immediately after the toss confirming Nitish Reddy's injury.

"Nitish Reddy suffered a "left quadriceps injury" during the second ODI played in Adelaide. Due to this, he was not available for the third ODI. The BCCI medical team is continuously monitoring his condition."

? Update ?

Nitish Kumar R eddy sustained a left quadriceps injury during the second ODI in Adelaide and was subsequently unavailable for selection for the third ODI. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring him on a daily basis.#TeamIndia | #AUSvIND | @NKReddy07 pic.twitter.com/8vBt1f5e5f

— BCCI (@BCCI) October 25, 2025

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Concern for T20I series

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Nitish Reddy's injury is not good news for Team India, especially considering the T20I series immediately following the ODI series.

Nitish Reddy has been included in the Indian team for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Australia. This series will be played from October 29 to November 8.

His injury is a matter of concern for the team management. Now it remains to be seen when Nitish Reddy will be fully fit and able to return to Team India for the T20I series. Fans would be hoping that he gets on the field soon and showcases his talent.

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