Nitish Reddy's Dream: Embracing the Challenge of Playing Against Australia
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nitish Reddy's Dream: Embracing the Challenge of Playing Against Australia

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Reddy, an upcoming all-rounder for India, expressed his excitement and pride at being named in the Indian Test squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He spoke about the importance of playing against Australia and the significance of the opportunity to play against Pat Cummins. Reddy discussed his fitness regimen and the focus on consistency in bowling, aiming to maintain a pace around 130-135. He also acknowledged the valuable input and encouragement received from Hardik Pandya during the T20I series against Bangladesh.

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Jasprit Bumrah defends India bowlers amid lack of support chatter in India vs Australia Test series in BGT 2024-25
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1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah defends India bowlers amid lack of support chatter in India vs Australia Test series in BGT 2024-25

Live Mint  

India vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah defended India bowlers amid discussions of lack of support from the other end in the ongoing Test series against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Out of 40 Australian wickets that have fallen so far in this series, Bumrah has accounted for 18 out of them while rest were shared among Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, …

Adam Gilchrist agrees with Sunil Gavaskar’s verdict on Nitish Kumar Reddy’s position in India’s Test batting order
1 week, 3 days 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 …

IND vs AUS: A talent under development, Nitish Kumar Reddy hopes to keep India in a happy space with his all-round skills
1 week, 5 days ago

IND vs AUS: A talent under development, Nitish Kumar Reddy hopes to keep India in a happy space with his all-round skills

The Hindu  

Ever since Kapil Dev bowed out of the game after an ODI against the West Indies at Faridabad in 1994, India has been on a perennial search for the fast-bowling all-rounder. Nitish Kumar Reddy seems to have answered the query for now, and bowling coach Morne Morkel’s words at Perth seem prophetic: “He is one of the young guys who …

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

Nitish Reddy's incredible reverse-swat for six enough to get Rishabh Pant's eyes rolling; Bumrah amused, Boland in shock
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nitish Reddy's incredible reverse-swat for six enough to get Rishabh Pant's eyes rolling; Bumrah amused, Boland in shock

Hindustan Times  

In India's challenging first innings against Australia in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased his audacity with an unconventional shot. Nitish Reddy attempts a reverse-scoop six against Scott Boland Facing a length ball just outside off stump, Reddy executed a flawless reverse scoop over the slips. Watch the shot here: India were eventually bowled out for 180 …

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Gutsy Nitish Reddy turns doubter Sunil Gavaskar into a fan
2 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Gutsy Nitish Reddy turns doubter Sunil Gavaskar into a fan

India Today  

From being doubted ahead of his Test debut in Perth to becoming one of India’s most consistent batters in the format, Nitish Kumar Reddy has silenced his critics in style. His recent knock in the Adelaide Test, amidst a batting collapse on Day 1, earned him admiration, including from Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, who had initially questioned the young …

Nitish Reddy's reverse scoop in pink-ball Test: Gavaskar in awe of fearless star
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

‘Calculated my age hoping Kohli wouldn’t retire before I made India debut’: Nitish Kumar Reddy
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2 weeks, 3 days 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 Kumar Reddy is still raw, but has a huge ceiling: Ryan ten Doeschate
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy is still raw, but has a huge ceiling: Ryan ten Doeschate

India Today  

India fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate said that while Nitish Kumar Reddy is still raw, he has a high ceiling after the all-rounder's heroics in the pink-ball Test on Friday, December 6. Speaking at the press conference after the day's play, Ten Doeschate said that the team management is chuffed for the youngster. Ten Doeschate said that Nitish has been …

Nitish Kumar Reddy recalls father's sacrifices for his career: Saw him crying
2 weeks, 4 days 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
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Gavaskar eats his own words after questioning Nitish Reddy's place in Perth, does a U-turn: 'Displayed a refreshing...'
3 weeks 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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4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

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

'Just feel like you are taking a bullet for country': Nitish Kumar Reddy reveals Gautam Gambhir's charged-up advice
1 month ago

'Just feel like you are taking a bullet for country': Nitish Kumar Reddy reveals Gautam Gambhir's charged-up advice

Hindustan Times  

Pacers wreaked havoc in Perth as India opened their Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign against Australia, on Friday. Nitish Kumar Reddy hits a six in Perth. Rishabh Pant and debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy played key knocks as India got bundled out for 150. Gautam Gambhir's advice to Nitish Kumar Reddy Nitish was in good form for India A in the recent series …

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

Bumrah inspires India's fight-back against Australia in frenetic third session
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1 month ago

Bumrah inspires India's fight-back against Australia in frenetic third session

Hindustan Times  

By Joel Dubber Bumrah inspires India's fight-back against Australia in frenetic third session PERTH, - At tea on day one of the first test in Perth, India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah would have been ruing his decision to bat first after his side were skittled for 150 by Australia's experienced seam attack. But in a fiery display of fast bowling …

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

Record 1237 runs in 7 matches at 176 average: Nitish Kumar Reddy's claim to fame that sent message to those who matter
1 month ago

Record 1237 runs in 7 matches at 176 average: Nitish Kumar Reddy's claim to fame that sent message to those who matter

Hindustan Times  

20 minutes before the toss at the Optus Stadium in Perth, the Indian team was in a huddle. Nitish Kumar Reddy, a 21-year-old from Andhra Pradesh and Harshit Rana, a sprawling fast bowler from Delhi, were getting their Test caps from two of India's finest - Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin. Nitish Kumar Reddy received his Test cap from Virat …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: India Opt To Bat First In Perth; Playing XI Details Inside
1 month ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: India Opt To Bat First In Perth; Playing XI Details Inside

ABP News  

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: India are batting first in the first Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 series at Optus Stadium in Perth after Jasprit Bumrah won the coin toss, and there are some fesh faces to be seen in action today. The reigning BGT champions have handed debuts to all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana, and Devdutt …

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

Gautam Gambhir's Perth plan striked out in Sunil Gavaskar's stern playing XI warning: 'Never mind how pitch will behave'
1 month ago

Gautam Gambhir's Perth plan striked out in Sunil Gavaskar's stern playing XI warning: 'Never mind how pitch will behave'

Hindustan Times  

India are likely to hand Nitish Kumar Reddy his Test debut in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener on Friday in Perth. However, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar discarded head coach Gautam Gambhir's plan as he rather backed the playing XI to comprise their two premier spin-bowling all-rounders, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. Sunil Gavaskar has a message for Gautam Gambhir …

'No Kohli, no Rohit, no Ashwin, no Bumrah': Sourav Ganguly shows the mirror to Michael Vaughan, Adam Gilchrist
1 month ago

'No Kohli, no Rohit, no Ashwin, no Bumrah': Sourav Ganguly shows the mirror to Michael Vaughan, Adam Gilchrist

Hindustan Times  

Amid Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist's bold predictions that Australia will steamroll India 3-1 to win the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on Friday, Sourav Ganguly has reminded the two former Ashes rivals of what happened the last two times India was in Australia for a Test series. Sourav Ganguly served a timely reminder to Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist Perhaps …

AUS vs IND, 1st Test: IPL auction won’t be a distraction, says Cummins
1 month ago

AUS vs IND, 1st Test: IPL auction won’t be a distraction, says Cummins

The Hindu  

There is a quiet confidence innate to Pat Cummins. Striding into the press conference hall wearing his worn-out baggy green cap at the Optus Stadium here on Thursday, the Australian skipper hoped that his men would wrest back the elusive Border-Gavaskar Trophy. We know India is right up there with one of the best teams in the world, so we …

IND vs AUS: Pat Cummins wary of Indian challenge in BGT, makes special mention for SRH teammate before Perth Test
1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Pat Cummins wary of Indian challenge in BGT, makes special mention for SRH teammate before Perth Test

Live Mint  

Not winning a Border-Gavaskar Trophy in the last 10 years doesn't bother Pat Cummins too much as the Australian captain welcomed the Indian challenge on Thursday ahead of the first Test in Perth. Interestingly, both Australia and India will be led by fast bowling captains, a rare view probably for the first time in several decades. While Cummins will lead …

IND vs AUS: Nitish Reddy needs to do a Shardul Thakur in Australia, says Ravi Shastri
1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Nitish Reddy needs to do a Shardul Thakur in Australia, says Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Even as speculation is rife that Nitish Kumar Reddy is all set to make his Test debut in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former head coach Ravi Shastri said the young all-rounder should try and do the role that Shardul Thakur did in their series win in 2020-21. "Nitish Reddy will have to do a job like Shardul …

Nitish Reddy to debut in Perth Test? Morne Morkel hints at all-rounder's inclusion
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1 month ago

Nitish Reddy to debut in Perth Test? Morne Morkel hints at all-rounder's inclusion

India Today  

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has strongly hinted at a potential debut for 21-year-old all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of the first Test against Australia in Perth. Speaking in a pre-match press conference, Morkel praised Reddy's skill set and versatility, describing him as a player who can "hold one end up" and provide crucial support to India's pace attack during …

Nitish Reddy for debut
1 month 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 …

Khawaja reveals plans to negate Bumrah threat; 'Will not think about getting out'
1 month, 1 week ago

Khawaja reveals plans to negate Bumrah threat; 'Will not think about getting out'

India Today  

Australia’s Test opener Usman Khawaja recently shared his thoughts on facing India’s pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah, expressing a mix of respect and readiness ahead of their clash in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. In an interview with Fox Cricket, Khawaja detailed his experience of facing Bumrah, describing the challenges posed by the Indian quick’s unusual bowling action and rhythm, which makes …

Gambhir's blunt comeback on picking Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of Shardul Thakur for BGT: "It's about moving forward'
1 month, 1 week ago

Gambhir's blunt comeback on picking Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of Shardul Thakur for BGT: "It's about moving forward'

Hindustan Times  

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, made a candid admission, saying the decision to pick Nitish Kumar Reddy for the upcoming Australia tour, came as a result of the team management looking beyond Shardul Thakur. During India's pre-departure press conference, Gautam Gambhir was asked about the decision to pick Nitish Kumar Reddy, who has just played three T20Is for India. …

Head Coach Gautam Gambhir talks about team combination for the first Test in Perth against Australia on November 22
1 month, 1 week ago

Head Coach Gautam Gambhir talks about team combination for the first Test in Perth against Australia on November 22

The Hindu  

Head coach Gautam Gambhir on Monday said Jasprit Bumrah, as designated vice-captain, will lead India in the opening Test against Australia in Perth if regular skipper Rohit Sharma is unavailable for the game due to personal reasons. Rahul likely to open Rohit’s possible absence also leaves a spot vacant at the top of the batting order and Gambhir said one …

India A vs Australia A: Squads, schedule, venue, live streaming and all you need to know
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India A vs Australia A: Squads, schedule, venue, live streaming and all you need to know

India TV News  

India A will face Australia A in the first of the two-match unofficial Test series starting October 31. The match will be crucial for players like Abhimanyu Easwaran and Nitish Reddy who have also been picked in India's senior squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. The performances in this series will also be taken into consideration if one of …

Young Sensation Takes Center Stage: Harshit Rana's Rise to Prominence in India's Squad for Australia Tour
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Young Sensation Takes Center Stage: Harshit Rana's Rise to Prominence in India's Squad for Australia Tour

Hindustan Times  

Harshit Rana's impressive performance in the IPL and the Duleep Trophy has earned him a spot in India's 18-member squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite being just nine matches old, Rana has impressed with his consistent bowling and aggressive approach. His selection is a testament to his hard work and potential. Meanwhile, Nitish Reddy's inclusion in the squad is a …

India's Squad for Australia Tour to be Announced: Nitish Kumar Reddy vs Shardul Thakur Contested
2 months ago

India's Squad for Australia Tour to be Announced: Nitish Kumar Reddy vs Shardul Thakur Contested

Hindustan Times  

India's selectors are set to meet next week to discuss the squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against New Zealand. The absence of Hardik Pandya in the Test team has prompted discussions about the possibility of adding an extra seam-bowling all-rounder to the squad. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Shardul Thakur are among the players in contention for a spot …

Nitish Kumar Ready to Audition for Fast-Bowling All-rounder Role on India A's Australia Tour
2 months ago

Nitish Kumar Ready to Audition for Fast-Bowling All-rounder Role on India A's Australia Tour

The Hindu  

Nitish Kumar Reddy is ready to audition for the fast-bowling all-rounder role on India A's Australia tour. Despite being included in the India A squad for its tour to Australia starting October 31, Reddy stays rooted in modesty about his Test prospects. He has taken the challenge head-on by focusing on his bowling and adapting to the longer format. Reddy …

Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Crucial All-rounder India Needs to Impress Against Hardik Pandya
2 months, 1 week 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'
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Andhra’s Nitish Kumar Reddy moves beyond Virat Kohli obsession, earns IPL 2023 shot with SRH
1 year, 8 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 …

India in Australia: Sunil Gavaskar, Allan Border pick Indian players who will be key in Tests
4 years ago

India in Australia: Sunil Gavaskar, Allan Border pick Indian players who will be key in Tests

India TV News  

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar picked Mayank Agarwal and Marnus Labuschagne as the players to watch out for from the Indian and Australian camps respectively in the forthcoming four-Test series, saying that the Indian opening batsman showed his teammates the way to tackle off-spinner Nathan Lyon during the 2018-19 series. Gavaskar's one-time rival and the man who broke his record …

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