SRH sign RS Ambrish as Shivam Mavi replacement

Sunrisers Hyderabad have replaced the injured Shivam Mavi with 18-year-old seam-bowling all-rounder RS Ambrish for the remainder of IPL 2026. Mavi, who was bought by SRH for his base price of INR 75 Lakh at the recent auction, has been ruled out due to groin injury.

Ambrish, a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, was part of India's triumphant Under-19 World Cup squad of 2026. He was India's joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 wickets.

The 2007-born Tamil Nadu cricketer joins a bowling unit brimming with youth. SRH have trusted the likes of Praful Hinge (24) and Sakib Hussain (21), who have stepped up seamlessly this season.

SRH currently occupy third spot with 12 points, having secured five wins on the bounce. They next host Kolkata Knight Riders in Hyderabad on Sunday (May 3).