'Virat bhai is my idol, it was great getting cap from him': Nitish Reddy after impressive debut in Perth Test
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Virat bhai is my idol, it was great getting cap from him': Nitish Reddy after impressive debut in Perth Test

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Nitish Kumar Reddy had a dream ticked off when he made his Test debut for India in the Border-Gavaskar trophy Down Under. The Andhra Pradesh all-rounder was one of two debutants India fielded in the opening Test of the series in Perth alongside Harshit Rana. Reddy had an impressive start to his Test debut after scoring 41 in India's innings and outscoring all the other Indian batters. After the end of the first day of the first Test, Reddy spoke to the media about his valiant innings and how special it was to get his debut cap from the batting maestro.

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"Been watching Virat Kohli since childhood....": Nitish Kumar Reddy on playing with his idol
1 week, 5 days ago

"Been watching Virat Kohli since childhood....": Nitish Kumar Reddy on playing with his idol

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : Following his side's fine day with the ball on day four of the fourth Test against Australia, Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy expressed happiness at being able to play alongside star India batter Virat Kohli and the message from him following his maiden international ton. ": Nitish Kumar Reddy on playing with his idol Nitish's dream run in …

Had always dreamt about Virat Kohli appreciating me: Nitish Kumar Reddy
1 week, 5 days ago

Had always dreamt about Virat Kohli appreciating me: Nitish Kumar Reddy

India Today  

India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy revealed that he had always dreamt about star India batter Virat Kohli appreciating him. I scored a hundred then he appreciated me, he came to me and said that ‘you really played well, you got the team back in the game.’ I felt so happy for that, I always dreamt about this moment and finally …

Adam Gilchrist agrees with Sunil Gavaskar’s verdict on Nitish Kumar Reddy’s position in India’s Test batting order
4 weeks ago

Adam Gilchrist agrees with Sunil Gavaskar’s verdict on Nitish Kumar Reddy’s position in India’s Test batting order

Hindustan Times  

India’s batting struggles continued in Adelaide as they crashed to a 10-wicket defeat vs Australia in the second Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite the defeat, Nitish Kumar Reddy was one of the few positives for Gautam Gambhir and his management as the all-rounder continued his form from the opening Test. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy hits a six during …

Nitish Reddy creates history, surpasses Rohit Sharma with this unique feat!
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1 month ago

Nitish Reddy creates history, surpasses Rohit Sharma with this unique feat!

Deccan Chronicle  

India's new talent Nitish Kumar Reddy etched his name in history with his valiant fights in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Nitish Reddy, making his debut in the Perth Test, remained the top scorer in the first innings with 41 off 59 balls. Moreover, Nitish also joined an elite list of Indian stars, as he became the fourth …

‘Calculated my age hoping Kohli wouldn’t retire before I made India debut’: Nitish Kumar Reddy
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1 month ago

‘Calculated my age hoping Kohli wouldn’t retire before I made India debut’: Nitish Kumar Reddy

New Indian Express  

Nitish Kumar Reddy is living the dream of every young cricketer. Scoring 303 runs at a strike rate of 142.92, Reddy grabbed the spotlight and earned a call-up to the Indian national team for both T20Is and Test cricket. Despite India being bowled out for just 150 in the first innings, Reddy emerged as the top scorer with a quick-fire …

"I calculated my age to ensure I could play with Kohli": Nitish Reddy on his childhood dream
1 month ago

"I calculated my age to ensure I could play with Kohli": Nitish Reddy on his childhood dream

Hindustan Times  

Adelaide, : Nitish Reddy shared his journey from a young cricket enthusiast dreaming of playing alongside Virat Kohli to making his Test debut for India. "I calculated my age to ensure I could play with Kohli": Nitish Reddy on his childhood dream Reddy's dream turned into reality when he received his maiden Test cap from Kohli ahead of the Perth …

Nitish Kumar Reddy recalls father's sacrifices for his career: Saw him crying
1 month ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy recalls father's sacrifices for his career: Saw him crying

India Today  

India's all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy shared an emotional account of how his father’s sacrifices motivated him to take his cricketing career seriously. From idolising to manifesting and finally achieving âä️ ð—á𝗞ð—å - 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗸𝗶ð—ûð—ñ 🌟 ðŸŽå WATCH - Unearthing a gem: Tracing Nitish Kumar Reddy’s inspiring journey 👌👌 - By @RajalArora#TeamIndia | #AUSvIND — BCCI December …

KL Rahul's suggestions worked for me in Perth Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy
1 month ago

KL Rahul's suggestions worked for me in Perth Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy

India Today  

India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has credited senior teammate KL Rahul for providing valuable advice that proved instrumental during his Test debut against Australia in Perth. Speaking in a video shared by the Board of Cricket Council of India, Reddy expressed how Rahul’s guidance has been a consistent source of clarity and confidence for him. From idolising to manifesting and …

Sunil Gavaskar impressed Nitish Reddy after questioning his selection in Perth
1 month, 1 week ago

Sunil Gavaskar impressed Nitish Reddy after questioning his selection in Perth

India Today  

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar is highly impressed with Nitish Kumar Reddy after his Test debut in Perth. Further ahead, Gavaskar recalled his first innings knock where he was keen to pounce on every scoring opportunities and ended up as the top scorer. His bowling too came in handy, and his fielding was outstanding: Gavaskar "Even in the first innings, …

Nitish Kumar Reddy grabs Australian great's attention as a Test match cricketer: ‘He came in with wickets…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy grabs Australian great's attention as a Test match cricketer: ‘He came in with wickets…’

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy made an impactful start to his Test career with a crucial 41-run knock in his debut innings on a tricky batting surface at the Optus Stadium, Perth. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy bats during play in the first cricket test between India and Australia in Perth, Australia. The 21-year-old joined hands with Rishabh Pant and played some good …

'Was Nervous, But Gautam Sir Told...': Nitish Reddy Reflects On His Heroics In Perth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Was Nervous, But Gautam Sir Told...': Nitish Reddy Reflects On His Heroics In Perth

ABP News  

Nitish Kumar Reddy on Friday conceded that the reputation of Perth being a fast bowler's paradise made him a tad nervous ahead of his Test debut against Australia but the jitters vanished when he recalled head coach Gautam Gambhir's advice -- face the bouncers as if "you are taking a bullet for the country". Nitish made an impressive 41 off …

Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin deliver powerful speech while handing debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin deliver powerful speech while handing debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana

Hindustan Times  

Team India's stalwarts Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin were part of a special moment ahead of the first day's play in the opening Test in Perth. The duo handed debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana; it was a moment of dreams realized for the two youngsters as they made their Test debuts on Australian soil. Virat Kohli …

Nitish Reddy and Harshit Rana striking debuts show India are up for a fight in Australia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Reddy and Harshit Rana striking debuts show India are up for a fight in Australia

Firstpost  

Neither Nitish nor Rana disappointed on a dramatic day in the Western Australian capital. The former answered to the name of Nitish Kumar Reddy, the latter is Harshit Rana, both fast-tracked to the Test set-up primarily but not entirely on the back of their impressive performances in IPL 2024. India’s top had been blown away by Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood …

Nitish Reddy: Was fantastic to receive Test cap from Virat Kohli
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Reddy: Was fantastic to receive Test cap from Virat Kohli

The Hindu  

On a day when 17 wickets fell at the Optus Stadium, one man, striding in at number eight, scored a 41. Nitish Reddy could not have asked for a better Test debut as first-up on Friday his idol Virat Kohli handed him the national cap and then he held his own against Australian captain Pat Cummins, who is also his …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Nitish Kumar Reddy talks about his dream debut at the first Test in Perth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Nitish Kumar Reddy talks about his dream debut at the first Test in Perth

The Hindu  

On a day when 17 wickets fell at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Friday, one man, striding in at number eight, scored a 41. Nitish Reddy could not have asked for a better Test debut as first-up his idol Virat Kohli handed him the national cap and then he held his own against Australian captain Pat Cummins, who is …

Explained: Why India handed debuts to Reddy and Rana for 1st Test against Australia, picked Sundar over Ashwin, Jadeja
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Explained: Why India handed debuts to Reddy and Rana for 1st Test against Australia, picked Sundar over Ashwin, Jadeja

Firstpost  

Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana were handed their maiden caps for the opening match of the five-Test series between India and Australia in Perth, with spin-bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar picked as the lone spin option. Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana were handed their maiden caps ahead of toss, in which stand-in skipper Jasprit …

AUS vs IND, 1st Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy makes Test match debut for India at Perth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, 1st Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy makes Test match debut for India at Perth

The Hindu  

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy became the latest Indian cricketer to make his Test debut after being picked for the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia at Perth starting Friday. The 21-year-old became India’s 315th cap in the longest format of the game, making his maiden appearance under Jasprit Bumrah, who led India in Rohit Sharma’s absence. The medium-pacer has played …

India TV Sports Wrap on November 22: Today's top 10 trending news stories
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India TV Sports Wrap on November 22: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Team India have named two debutants in their playing XI for the Perth Test. Today's Top 10 Trending Sports News Stories Nitish Reddy makes Test debut for India Nitish Reddy has made his Test debut for India in the Perth Test against Australia. Harshit Rana makes international debut for India Rana has made his international debut for India in the …

Perth Test: Nitish Reddy relishes 'dream' Virat Kohli moment after impressive debut
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Perth Test: Nitish Reddy relishes 'dream' Virat Kohli moment after impressive debut

India Today  

India’s rising all-rounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy, lived a childhood dream on November 22 when his cricketing idol, Virat Kohli, handed him his maiden Test cap during the series opener against Australia in Perth. Nitish’s Test debut marked another milestone in his remarkable 2024 season, coming just weeks after his impactful T20I debut during the Bangladesh series at home. Alongside Rishabh …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Nitish Reddy, Harshit Rana make Test debuts in Perth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Nitish Reddy, Harshit Rana make Test debuts in Perth

India Today  

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana made their Test debuts in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting in Perth on Friday. Rana, who impressed with his performances for the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024, earned a spot in the Indian team and will be part of India’s playing XI in the series opener. Nitish Kumar …

'Always wanted Virat Kohli to acknowledge me': How IND's batting maestro boosted young Nitish Reddy's morale – Exclusive
6 months ago

'Always wanted Virat Kohli to acknowledge me': How IND's batting maestro boosted young Nitish Reddy's morale – Exclusive

Hindustan Times  

"You will hear his name; you will hear it a lot in the future" - Nitish Reddy made sure the cricketing world noticed his talent in IPL 2024 as veterans like Mohammad Kaif were highly impressed with his all-round skills on the big stage. Virat Kohli's surprise handshake that triggered Nitish Reddy's enthusiasm The over-reliance on Hardik Pandya as a …

WATCH | Virat Kohli Gets His 100th Test Cap From Coach Dravid As Anushka Sharma Stands Next To Him In Awe
2 years, 10 months ago

WATCH | Virat Kohli Gets His 100th Test Cap From Coach Dravid As Anushka Sharma Stands Next To Him In Awe

ABP News  

Virat Kohli 100th Test: Coach Rahul Dravid presented Virat Kohli with his 100th Test match cap at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali, Punjab. I wanna thank the BCCI and getting my 100th Test cap from one of my childhood hero is indeed amazing," Kohli said while receiving the cap from Rahul Dravid. WATCH Virat Kohli Felicitation Video Here: What …

Virat Kohli felicitated with a special cap by India coach Rahul Dravid on his 100th Test
2 years, 10 months ago

Virat Kohli felicitated with a special cap by India coach Rahul Dravid on his 100th Test

India Today  

India head coach Rahul Dravid felicitated star batter Virat Kohli and presented him with a special memento for his 100th Test ahead of Day 1 of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka. India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 1 Live Score and Updates "I want to thank the BCCI and getting my 100th Test cap from one …

IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Axar Patel makes Test debut, receives cap from Virat Kohli
3 years, 10 months ago

IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Axar Patel makes Test debut, receives cap from Virat Kohli

India TV News  

Left-arm spinner Axar Patel will become India's 302nd Test cricketer, making his debut against England in the second Test match in Chennai. Patel received his maiden Test cap from captain Virat Kohli. With the absence of first-choice spin all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel has been brought in as a replacement for the Test series. The left-arm spinner received his maiden …

From Shubman Gill to Washington Sundar: How did India debutants conquer Australia
3 years, 11 months ago

From Shubman Gill to Washington Sundar: How did India debutants conquer Australia

India TV News  

Dreams do come true if you survive the hard times -- Even in his wildest dreams, 'net bowler' Natarajan would not have imagined that he'll be bowling the cherry in Brisbane, just days after making his T20I debut for India. The left-arm pacer, amid India's injury crisis in Australia, became the first player to make his debut in all three …

India vs Australia: Getting debut cap was biggest achievement of my life, says Mohammed Siraj
4 years ago

India vs Australia: Getting debut cap was biggest achievement of my life, says Mohammed Siraj

Firstpost  

Mohammed Siraj took two wickets on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test after making his debut. Debutant pacer Mohammed Siraj on Saturday termed receiving the India Test cap as his life’s “biggest achievement” and said he made it count by focussing on bowling dot balls to build pressure on the Australian batsmen. I gained a lot of confidence speaking …

Getting India cap was biggest achievement of my life: Siraj - cricket news - sportstar
4 years ago

Getting India cap was biggest achievement of my life: Siraj - cricket news - sportstar

The Hindu  

Debutant pacer Mohammed Siraj on Saturday termed receiving the India Test cap as his life''s "biggest achievement" and said he made it count by focussing on bowling dot balls to build pressure on the Australian batsmen. I gained a lot of confidence speaking with Ajju bhai and Jassi bhai," Siraj, who became the 298th player to play Test cricket for …

Boxing Day Test: You have earned this Test cap, says R Ashwin to debutant Mohammed Siraj as team-mates cheer on
4 years ago

Boxing Day Test: You have earned this Test cap, says R Ashwin to debutant Mohammed Siraj as team-mates cheer on

India Today  

Young fast bowler Mohammed Siraj made his India Test debut in the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. He was presented his Test cap by India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who also gave a nice short speech that was cheered on by the rest of the team-mates. #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/D48TUJ4txp — BCCI December 25, …

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