RS Ambrish has been signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad as a mid-season replacement for the injured Shivam Mavi. Mavi will miss the rest of IPL 2026 due to a groin injury.
As of early Tuesday, the team confirmed Ambrish’s signing. He joins the squad for INR 30 lakh. This marks a significant opportunity for the 18-year-old.
Ambrish recently gained attention as part of the India Under-19 team that won the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was instrumental in that victory, being the joint-highest wicket-taker with 11 wickets.
He is known as an all-rounder, contributing with both bat and ball. In his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu, he picked up two wickets and scored 43 runs.
Key statistics:
- Ambrish’s signing comes after Mavi’s injury announcement.
- Mavi has been ruled out of IPL 2026 due to his groin injury.
- Ambrish took 11 wickets during the Under-19 World Cup.
- He earned INR 30 lakh for joining Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- In his first-class matches, he scored 43 runs and took 2 wickets.
The cricket community is watching closely. Many see this as a chance for Ambrish to showcase his skills on a larger stage. His performance could influence future selections in professional leagues.
Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to leverage Ambrish’s talent during the ongoing tournament. With Mavi sidelined, every match becomes crucial for the team.
