Nitish Reddy: The story of sacrifices made by a middle class family
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Reddy: The story of sacrifices made by a middle class family

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Nitish Reddy loves his tattoos like most 21-year-olds do, and one on his ankle is a picture of ‘Achilles' Heel'. It was a promise I made to myself that only one thing can redeem my dad's prestige — an India call-up," Reddy had told back then. Reddy's family also can't thank enough former Andhra Cricket Association's head MSK Prasad for enrolling him in its state-of-the-art academy in Visakhapatnam. On the Christmas Day, when everyone was fretting about India's combination, Sanjay Manjrekar had questioned, "Will Leaving Reddy out give India a better balance?" On Saturday, one of Reddy's sponsors, a popular sports equipment and apparel brand quote tweeted Manjrekar with the cricketer's pic urged the cricket pundit to keep quiet.

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Manjrekar's Candid Take: Nitish Kumar Reddy Should Focus, Not Flaunt
2 days, 18 hours ago

Manjrekar's Candid Take: Nitish Kumar Reddy Should Focus, Not Flaunt

Deccan Chronicle  

During the fifth Test between India and Australia, the atmosphere was tense, and every run was crucial. Young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who had just made a name for himself with his maiden Test century in the previous match, walked out to bat. After the match, Manjrekar stated, "Nitish should avoid giving interviews and stay away from the limelight." Manjrekar's …

Nitish Kumar Reddy could be consistent number 6 for India: Irfan Pathan
3 days, 6 hours ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy could be consistent number 6 for India: Irfan Pathan

India Today  

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has backed 21-year-old all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy as a promising candidate for India’s No. Nitish Kumar Reddy’s performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy have been nothing short of remarkable, particularly given the challenges of debuting against a dominant Australian side. Pathan highlighted Reddy’s maiden century in the Melbourne Test as evidence of his capability to rise …

"Genius... very good find for India": Former Australia captain Michael Clarke impressed with young Nitish Kumar Reddy
1 week, 1 day ago

"Genius... very good find for India": Former Australia captain Michael Clarke impressed with young Nitish Kumar Reddy

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former Australia captain Michael Clarke believes India's young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been underrated throughout the BGT series and rooted for his promotion in the batting order. very good find for India": Former Australia captain Michael Clarke impressed with young Nitish Kumar Reddy Nitish has introduced himself to the world with swagger in style in the …

'Definitely better than Hardik Pandya at same...': Gavaskar's ultimate praise for Nitish Kumar Reddy's batting
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1 week, 2 days ago

'Definitely better than Hardik Pandya at same...': Gavaskar's ultimate praise for Nitish Kumar Reddy's batting

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy, 21, is making quite a reputation for himself in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Sunil Gavaskar reserved some high praise for Nitish Kumar Reddy as he likened him to Hardik Pandya Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar is mighty impressed with Nitish Kumar Reddy's resolve, calling him one of the "brightest young stars in Indian cricket." He also …

Nitish Reddy dreams of being a ‘pure allrounder’
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1 week, 3 days ago

Nitish Reddy dreams of being a ‘pure allrounder’

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: A day after he became the toast of a nation, Nitish Reddy showed just why he is here to stay. “My expectations was to be a pure allrounder, and I know I still need to work a little bit more on my bowling, I’m still not happy with the way I’m bowling, and I hope that I come back …

Nitish Kumar Reddy expresses satisfaction at silencing critics with century at MCG, pays emotional tribute to his father
1 week, 3 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy expresses satisfaction at silencing critics with century at MCG, pays emotional tribute to his father

Firstpost  

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s inclusion in India’s squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy had been questioned by several experts and fans, including one former chief selector. India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy raises his bat in celebration after getting dismissed for 114 on Day 4 of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne. Reddy brought up the three-figure mark with a boundary at …

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father touches Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri’s feet at MCG; here’s what happens next
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1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father touches Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri’s feet at MCG; here’s what happens next

Live Mint  

Nitish Kumar Reddy's father, Mutyala Reddy, touched legendary Sunil Gavaskar's feet in an emotional meeting on the sidelines of the Melbourne Cricket Ground after his son scored a maiden Test ton against Australia on Saturday in the ongoing fourth Test. The former India captain also greeted the other members of the Reddy family with folded hands and said “Bless you.” …

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father falls on Sunil Gavaskar’s feet; India legend gets awkward but replies with classy gesture
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father falls on Sunil Gavaskar’s feet; India legend gets awkward but replies with classy gesture

Hindustan Times  

India batting legend Sunil Gavaskar was not in favour of the selection Nitish Kumar Reddy in the playing XI for the Perth Test opener last month against Australia. But Gavaskar was not only forced to eat his own words amid a consistent show from Reddy in an otherwise worrying batting performance from India, the former captain made an ultimate gesture …

Nitish Kumar Reddy's father provides unforgettable moment as India's next generation stands tall at MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy's father provides unforgettable moment as India's next generation stands tall at MCG

ABC  

India's youngsters stand tall, and Nitish Kumar Reddy's father provides an unforgettable moment as one of Australia's pacemen begins to show worrying signs of wear and tear. India's running between the wickets still needs work India was left to rue some horrible running late on day two when Virat Kohli burnt Yashasvi Jaiswal and flipped the Test in Australia's favour. …

Nitish Kumar Reddy reflects on his century in Boxing Day Test, opens on sacrifice from father in his journey
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy reflects on his century in Boxing Day Test, opens on sacrifice from father in his journey

India TV News  

Nitish Kumar Reddy broke into the headlines after slamming his maiden Test century in the Boxing Day Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series. Reddy has opened up on his performance in the Boxing Day Test and on the support he has got from his father Mutyalu. I know a lot of people did talk like that," Reddy said at the …

Nitish's U-16 coach Kumar Swamy filled with "pride" after heroics at MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish's U-16 coach Kumar Swamy filled with "pride" after heroics at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Visakhapatnam, : Nitish Kumar Reddy's under-16 Cricket Coach, Kumar Swamy, was proud after seeing the 21-year-old shine in his first outing at the iconic MCG against a distinguished Australian bowling attack. Nitish's U-16 coach Kumar Swamy filled with "pride" after heroics at MCG When the Indian fans looked deflated after Rishabh Pant's dismissal, Nitish lifted spirits by delivering a performance …

’Tears of joy’: Nitish Kumar Reddy meets family after maiden Test century in Melbourne
1 week, 4 days ago

’Tears of joy’: Nitish Kumar Reddy meets family after maiden Test century in Melbourne

Live Mint  

Nitish Kumar Reddy showed the full extent of his game in Melbourne today as he not helped India avoid the follow on but also reach his first international century. Reddy scored 105 runs off 176 balls with 10 boundaries and 1 six which drew a lot of plaudits from not just the Indian cricketing fans but also former cricketers. Reddy, …

Unearthing Nitish Kumar Reddy: Ex-BCCI selector shares how he discovered Indian cricket’s newest sensation
1 week, 4 days ago

Unearthing Nitish Kumar Reddy: Ex-BCCI selector shares how he discovered Indian cricket’s newest sensation

Live Mint  

Former BCCI selector MSK Prasad revealed on Friday the moment he unearthed Nitish Kumar Reddy after the latter scored his maiden Test hundred against Australia in the ongoing fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. Playing just his fourth Test, Nitish Kumar Reddy showed great determination, grit, and commitment as he pulled India to a respectable position in …

Watch: Nitish Reddy's dad gets emotional after son's maiden hundred
1 week, 4 days ago

Watch: Nitish Reddy's dad gets emotional after son's maiden hundred

Deccan Chronicle  

India young sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed his maiden international century on Saturday during the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Sundar, who backed Reddy with departed soon after scoring a fifty, however, determined Nitish remained unbeaten at 105 at stumps on Day 3 taking India to 358/9. Nitish, who missed out on a fifty in earlier …

Telugu cricketer Nitish Reddy's father is on Cloud 9 after his son's first ton against Australia
1 week, 4 days ago

Telugu cricketer Nitish Reddy's father is on Cloud 9 after his son's first ton against Australia

Deccan Chronicle  

Telugu cricketer Nitish Reddy scored a memorable maiden international hundred batting at number eight in the fourth Test between India and Australia being played in Australia. While witnessing this achievement, Nitish's father Mutyala Reddy, who was in the stadium, received congratulatory messages from the viewers at the place. Nitish Reddy is the youngest Indian cricketer for having scored a century …

'This is the last time Nitish Kumar Reddy is batting at no.7': Shastri suggests new role for MCG's centurion
1 week, 4 days ago

'This is the last time Nitish Kumar Reddy is batting at no.7': Shastri suggests new role for MCG's centurion

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy scored one of the famous Indian centuries in Australia, as his fine rearguard effort helped India remain competitive in the fourth Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy acknowledged the crowd as he walked off the field at the MCG. “To get the balance of the side, you need him to …

He’s a Reddy-made hero for India with 1st century against Australia in only his 4th cricket test
1 week, 5 days ago

He’s a Reddy-made hero for India with 1st century against Australia in only his 4th cricket test

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — India has a new batting hero after 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy showed the poise of a veteran to score his maiden century, leading his team’s comeback against Australia on day three of the fourth test. At stumps on Saturday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, India still trailed Australia by 116 runs on the first innings, but it …

Nitish Reddy impressed me from 1st Test: Sachin Tendulkar praises MCG star
1 week, 5 days ago

Nitish Reddy impressed me from 1st Test: Sachin Tendulkar praises MCG star

India Today  

Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased his remarkable talent with an unbeaten 105 off 176 balls on Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the MCG. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar lauded Nitish’s maiden Test century on X. AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 3 HIGHLIGHTS Sachin Tendulkar praises Nitish A knock to remember by Nitish. pic.twitter.com/XA2asQVphR — Sachin Tendulkar …

Dreams come true at MCG: How father's sacrifice fuelled Nitish Reddy's journey
1 week, 5 days ago

Dreams come true at MCG: How father's sacrifice fuelled Nitish Reddy's journey

India Today  

A grey morning transformed into day of dreams as 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy hit his maiden Test century in front of a packed MCG with his father Mutayala Reddy in attendance. AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 3 HIGHLIGHTS Nitish Kumar Reddy hits his maiden Test century and receives a standing ovation from the MCG crowd âä️ #AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay …

Watch: Nitish Kumar Reddy gets emotional on meeting family after MCG heroics
1 week, 5 days ago

Watch: Nitish Kumar Reddy gets emotional on meeting family after MCG heroics

India Today  

India’s young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy had a day to remember at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Day 3 of the 4th Test against Australia. After his heroic maiden Test century, the BCCI shared a deeply emotional video capturing the special moment when Nitish reunited with his family. Mutayala Reddy, who left his job at Hindustan Zinc in 2016 to …

Nitish Reddy should be batting at No 6, will help balance of Indian side: Ravi Shastri
1 week, 5 days ago

Nitish Reddy should be batting at No 6, will help balance of Indian side: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has strongly advocated for young all-rounder Nitish Reddy to move up the batting order, stating that his MCG knock warrants a promotion to No. To get the balance of the side, you need him to go higher up the order, either 5 or 6 and then you have the opportunity of playing 5 bowlers …

Nitish Reddy is becoming a man: Sunil Gavaskar praises youngster's temperament
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Nitish Reddy is becoming a man: Sunil Gavaskar praises youngster's temperament

India Today  

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar praised Nitish Kumar Reddy for the temperament that he showed on Day 4 of the 3rd Test between India and Australia at The Gabba, Brisbane. Gavaskar acknowledged Nitish's efforts and insisted that such an approach differentiates a boy from a man and the 22-year-old is on course of becoming one. AUS vs IND, 3rd Test …

Nitish Reddy creates history, surpasses Rohit Sharma with this unique feat!
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4 weeks, 2 days 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 …

I took my game seriously after seeing my dad...!: Nitish Reddy opens up on his transformation
1 month ago

I took my game seriously after seeing my dad...!: Nitish Reddy opens up on his transformation

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India young sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy revealed that he was not serious about his game and his dedication grew only after he saw his dad cry over financial woes. one day I saw him crying because of financial problems and I was like this is not how I play, my father was making sacrifices and I was playing cricket …

Nitish Reddy no Hardik Pandya, but it'll be baffling if he can't; let alone be better, more brutal
1 month ago

Nitish Reddy no Hardik Pandya, but it'll be baffling if he can't; let alone be better, more brutal

Hindustan Times  

Young Nitish Kumar Reddy isn’t a household name in India, not yet, but if he continues to build on the flair he has displayed over the last fortnight, it won’t be long before he starts to attract eyeballs by the thousands. Nitish Reddy smashed 3 fours and 3 sixes Not quite a product of the IPL but using that stage …

‘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 …

Nitish Reddy's reverse scoop in pink-ball Test: Gavaskar in awe of fearless star
1 month ago

Nitish Reddy's reverse scoop in pink-ball Test: Gavaskar in awe of fearless star

India Today  

Sunil Gavaskar was left in awe of Nitish Kumar Reddy and hailed the all-rounder as a super confident player after his incredible knock on Day 1 of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide. The all-rounder would play an audacious reverse scoop off Scott Boland's bowling, which was the highlight of his innings in the end. Pink-ball Test Day 1 Live Updates …

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 …

Gavaskar eats his own words after questioning Nitish Reddy's place in Perth, does a U-turn: 'Displayed a refreshing...'
1 month ago

Gavaskar eats his own words after questioning Nitish Reddy's place in Perth, does a U-turn: 'Displayed a refreshing...'

Hindustan Times  

It looks like 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy has impressed Sunil Gavaskar. The former India captain on Day 1 of the Perth Test had questioned Nitish Kumar Reddy's selection, asking if the youngster is "ready for Test cricket?" However, the SunRisers Hyderabad star proved everyone wrong as he played a crucial 41-run knock in the first innings, helping India post 150 …

Nitish has silenced everyone who were apprehensive of his Test call-up: MSK Prasad
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nitish has silenced everyone who were apprehensive of his Test call-up: MSK Prasad

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: There were apprehensions about Nitish Kumar Reddy's fast-tracking into the Indian Test team based on his stellar T20 performances but his fearless batting in Perth has silenced all the naysayers, feels former national chairman of selectors MSK Prasad, who has seen the all-rounder since the age of 12. "While we were initially apprehensive about his early break in Test …

Tiger in the jungle: Nitish Reddy on 'inspirational' tattoo after Test debut
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tiger in the jungle: Nitish Reddy on 'inspirational' tattoo after Test debut

India Today  

India’s Nitish Kumar Reddy opened up on the tattoo he has on his arm. Australia vs India, 1st Test, Dau 2 Updates Reddy, who broke into the Indian setup after impressing for the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, said that the tattoo he has symbolises a ‘warrior and tiger’. Whenever I see the tattoo, I just want to feel like …

'Player to keep your eye on...': Morne Morkel hints at Test debut for Nitish Kumar Reddy in BGT opener
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Player to keep your eye on...': Morne Morkel hints at Test debut for Nitish Kumar Reddy in BGT opener

India TV News  

India and Australia are set to kick off the highly-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth on November 22. Both Rohit and Shubman are expected to miss the first match of the five-match series, which might pace a way for two uncapped players Abhimanyu Easwaran and Nitish Kumar Reddy. India's bowling coach Morne Morkel all but confirmed a Test debut for Nitish …

Nitish Reddy for debut
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nitish Reddy for debut

New Indian Express  

"He had scored runs in bulk in age-group cricket while also claiming a bucketful of wickets before making it to the senior Andhra team. A lot has changed for the better for Reddy in the last couple of years and Kumar attributed it to his hard work and quest to stay fit. Even former India captain Sourav Ganguly advocated Reddy's …

Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Crucial All-rounder India Needs to Impress Against Hardik Pandya
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Crucial All-rounder India Needs to Impress Against Hardik Pandya

India Today  

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that India is trying to fast-track Nitish Kumar Reddy as an all-rounder who can compliment Hardik Pandya during matches. Nitish was the star of the show for India as they thumped Bangladesh by 86 runs in the 2nd T20I in Delhi on October 9, Wednesday. Chopra said that Nitish was made to bat at No.4 …

Karthik's Bold Words on Nitish Reddy: 'He Could Be a Star'
3 months ago

Karthik's Bold Words on Nitish Reddy: 'He Could Be a Star'

Hindustan Times  

Veteran India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik has expressed his doubts about putting Nitish Reddy in the Hardik Pandya mould. Karthik believes that Reddy's bowling attributes are not guaranteed and that he would not fit the same playing style as the established all-rounder. He also highlights Reddy's batting talent and his ability to maintain a consistent tempo, which he believes is an …

'He was awesome': Pat Cummins heaps praise on Nitish Reddy after SRH's win over PBKS
8 months, 4 weeks ago

'He was awesome': Pat Cummins heaps praise on Nitish Reddy after SRH's win over PBKS

Firstpost  

SRH were once in trouble following the wicket of Rahul Tripathi in the 10th over. They were 64/4 at that stage but Nitish Reddy forged several partnerships, including a half-century stand with Abdul Samad to lead SRH to 182/9. Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins on Tuesday heaped praise on youngster Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was at the centre of attraction …

Pat Cummins lavishes praise on Nitish Reddy after SRH's win over Punjab Kings
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Pat Cummins lavishes praise on Nitish Reddy after SRH's win over Punjab Kings

India TV News  

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young all-round sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased his batting potential on Tuesday as he took on the Punjab Kings bowlers at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh and helped his side claim its first away win of IPL 2024. four and repaid the trust of his skipper Pat Cummins and the team management as …

Who is Nitish Kumar Reddy? SRH batter saves Heinrich Klaasen's blushes with blistering 64-run knock vs PBKS at IPL
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Who is Nitish Kumar Reddy? SRH batter saves Heinrich Klaasen's blushes with blistering 64-run knock vs PBKS at IPL

Hindustan Times  

One of the most exciting prospects in the Indian Premier League 2024, Nitish Kumar Reddy, made his presence felt with a blistering knock when Sunrisers Hyderabad travelled to Chandigarh for their away game against Shikhar Dhawan's Punjab Kings on Tuesday. Nitish Kumar Reddy plays a shot during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings With …

Nitish Kumar Reddy: Andhra's Prodigious Talent that Promises to Deliver
1 year ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy: Andhra's Prodigious Talent that Promises to Deliver

India TV News  

Cricket prodigy is a jargon that gets thrown around rather too often these days. However, away from the comfort of their little amphitheatres, life in the demanding fast lane takes some of these prodigies to coliseums where the irresolute ones stumble and only a handful of those with resilient temperaments are left standing with a promise to translate their talent …

Andhra’s Nitish Kumar Reddy moves beyond Virat Kohli obsession, earns IPL 2023 shot with SRH
1 year, 9 months ago

Andhra’s Nitish Kumar Reddy moves beyond Virat Kohli obsession, earns IPL 2023 shot with SRH

The Hindu  

Nitish Kumar Reddy was 15 years old when he came close to Virat Kohli at the BCCI annual awards in July 2018. Nitish Kumar Reddy with the ‘Best Cricketer in the Under -16’ award he received at the BCCI annual award function in Bengaluru in July 2018. Nitish’s batting returns have not been astronomical in the lower-middle order for Andhra …

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