India cannot drop Nitish Kumar Reddy in Melbourne Test: Sunil Gavaskar
2 weeks, 1 day ago

India cannot drop Nitish Kumar Reddy in Melbourne Test: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has strongly advocated for all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy’s inclusion in India’s playing XI for the upcoming Boxing Day Test against Australia in Melbourne. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage "They can't drop Nitish Kumar Reddy. Ashwin’s exit has left a gap in the spin department, and the inclusion of domestic spin star Tanush Kotian as his replacement has intensified debates around India’s bowling combination for the Melbourne Test. The highly anticipated fourth Test begins on December 26, with fans eagerly awaiting India’s squad announcement and the tactical approach they’ll adopt to regain the series lead.

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Nitish Reddy to play Ranji Trophy after impressive Border-Gavaskar Trophy
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Nitish Reddy to play Ranji Trophy after impressive Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India Today  

Karnataka’s Prasidh Krishna, Devdutt Padikkal and Tamil Nadu all-rounder Washington Sundar will be available for the Vijay Hazare Trophy knockout matches, starting in Vadodara on Thursday, after featuring in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. The 24-year-old was in terrific form prior to leaving for Australia for the India A tour, smashing four First-Class hundreds across Duleep Trophy and …

Nitish Kumar Reddy could be consistent number 6 for India: Irfan Pathan
3 days, 8 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 …

Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'
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4 days, 8 hours ago

Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'

ABC  

India legend Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the double standards applied to discussions around Test conditions in Australia and India as the SCG Test looks set to wrap up within three days. Quick hits: Bumrah injury rocks India, Pat goes wild and bowlers dominate Photo shows Rishabh Pant swings a bat, Pat Cummins jumps and punches his fist, Bumrah hug Jaiswal …

'If 15 wickets fell in a day in India...': Gavaskar fires savage 'we are not moaners' verbal volley at AUS, ENG greats
4 days, 22 hours ago

'If 15 wickets fell in a day in India...': Gavaskar fires savage 'we are not moaners' verbal volley at AUS, ENG greats

Hindustan Times  

The Sydney Test between Australia and India is set for a thrilling finish, with the fifth match sitting on a knife's edge. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has now taken a potshot at the Australian and English cricketers, saying if 15 wickets had fallen in a day in India, then all hell would have broken loose, and there would have …

India bowlers shine as they restrict Australia to 181 at stroke of Tea on Day 2
5 days, 3 hours ago

India bowlers shine as they restrict Australia to 181 at stroke of Tea on Day 2

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Indian seamers Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj along with all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy helped India take the upper hand at the stroke of Tea on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. India bowlers shine as they restrict Australia to 181 at stroke of Tea on Day 2 At Tea …

Australia vs India: Scott Boland rips through India again as Jasprit Bumrah injured on day two of SCG Test
5 days, 8 hours ago

Australia vs India: Scott Boland rips through India again as Jasprit Bumrah injured on day two of SCG Test

ABC  

Scott Boland has proved Australia's hero again on day two, while Jasprit Bumrah's availability for the rest of the decisive Border-Gavaskar Test match is in doubt. And he brings it up with a six 17 hours ago Show all key events Live: Australia vs India at the SCG J By Jon Healy STUMPS: India is 6-141, leading by 145 J …

India shrug off Bumrah injury to claim first-innings lead in Australia
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India shrug off Bumrah injury to claim first-innings lead in Australia

Al Jazeera  

India captain Jasprit Bumrah is forced off with injury on Day Two of the fifth Test but Australia fail to capitalise. India brushed off the absence of captain Jasprit Bumrah to dismiss Australia for 181 and reach 141 for six for an overall lead of 145 on an extraordinary second day of the finely balanced fifth Test. Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed …

Sharma’s karma as India crumbles after skipper dropped for 5th test against Australia
6 days, 9 hours ago

Sharma’s karma as India crumbles after skipper dropped for 5th test against Australia

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Despite the absence of struggling captain Rohit Sharma, India’s batting order again crumbled as it was bowled out for 185 on the first day of the fifth and final test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Sharma was replaced as skipper by Jasprit Bumrah, whose decision to bat first on a green-tinged SCG pitch backfired …

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Bumrah gets Khawaja in dramatic final over, AUS 9/1 at Stumps
6 days, 11 hours ago

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Bumrah gets Khawaja in dramatic final over, AUS 9/1 at Stumps

Hindustan Times  

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Rishabh Pant took multiple blows throughout the second session and survived till Tea, but not for long after that. As per reports, Rohit's lack of runs makes it likely that India could turn to Shubman Gill, who may return to the side in place of the Indian captain at No. Bumrah could …

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Bumrah gets Khawaja in dramatic final over, AUS 9/1 at Stumps
6 days, 11 hours ago

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Bumrah gets Khawaja in dramatic final over, AUS 9/1 at Stumps

Hindustan Times  

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Highlights: Rishabh Pant took multiple blows throughout the second session and survived till Tea, but not for long after that. As per reports, Rohit's lack of runs makes it likely that India could turn to Shubman Gill, who may return to the side in place of the Indian captain at No. Bumrah could …

From Perth to Sydney: A study in contrasts
6 days, 18 hours ago

From Perth to Sydney: A study in contrasts

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: It’s not how you start but how you finish that really matters. Led by Jasprit Bumrah, India had pulled off a remarkable win and the words being thrown around about Australia’s performance were “humiliation” and “disintegration”. India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir speaks with Jasprit Bumrah during a practice session ahead of the Test in Sydney. “If someone had said …

India vs Australia 5th Test probable XIs: Live streaming details, date, time, IND vs AUS head-to-head stats in Sydney
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6 days, 23 hours ago

India vs Australia 5th Test probable XIs: Live streaming details, date, time, IND vs AUS head-to-head stats in Sydney

Live Mint  

Several changes are likely to be expected in the Indian playing XI when Rohit Sharma's men take on Australia in the fifth and final Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While head coach Gautam Gambhir did not spill the beans, the Indian captain was last among recognised batters to enter the nets, thus giving a hint of him getting dropped in …

IND vs AUS: Can India win Sydney Test? History doesn't favour visitors
1 week ago

IND vs AUS: Can India win Sydney Test? History doesn't favour visitors

India Today  

India and Australia are set to lock horns in the New Year’s Test, starting Friday, January 3 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. India began the series with a 295-run win at The Optus Stadium in Perth, but Australia made a comeback to win the Adelaide Test by 10 wickets to draw level in the five-match series. India’s record at the …

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney Test? Gautam Gambhir evades questions
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1 week ago

Will Rohit Sharma play in Sydney Test? Gautam Gambhir evades questions

India Today  

India coach Gautam Gambhir declined to confirm whether captain Rohit Sharma would play in the Sydney Test against Australia when asked directly about his inclusion. While Gambhir confirmed that India would miss fast bowler Akash Deep due to an injury, he remained non-committal regarding the team combination and Rohit’s inclusion in the playing XI. When asked if Rohit would feature …

Michael Clarke wants 'genius' Nitish Kumar Reddy to bat at number 6 in Sydney Test
1 week ago

Michael Clarke wants 'genius' Nitish Kumar Reddy to bat at number 6 in Sydney Test

India Today  

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke feels India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy should bat at number 6 in the upcoming fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Following his remarkable century, Clarke was in awe of Reddy’s talent as he called him a ‘genius’ and mentioned that he should be batting at number 6 in the Sydney Test. His promotion at number …

Clarke calls Nitish Kumar Reddy a 'genius', tells Indian team management to promote youngster ahead of Sydney Test
1 week, 1 day ago

Clarke calls Nitish Kumar Reddy a 'genius', tells Indian team management to promote youngster ahead of Sydney Test

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has hailed India’s young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy for his standout performances in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, calling him an "underrated" talent and advocating for his promotion in the batting order. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy bats during Day 3 of the fourth Test at the MCG. Reddy's knock lifted the Indian spirits and pushed his …

Nitish Reddy gains 20 places, Rohit Sharma slips to 40th position in latest ICC Test batting rankings
1 week, 1 day ago

Nitish Reddy gains 20 places, Rohit Sharma slips to 40th position in latest ICC Test batting rankings

India TV News  

The rising Indian cricketer Nitish Reddy witnessed a big boost to his position in the latest ICC Men's Test batting rankings on Wednesday, January 1. Nitish reached his career-best rating of 528 in the latest ICC Test batting rankings on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Yashasvi Jaiswal remains the only Indian cricketer in the top ten of the latest ICC Test rankings. Rishabh …

Ravindra Jadeja dropped, Shubman Gill returns - India's likely playing XI for 5th Test vs Australia in Sydney
1 week, 1 day ago

Ravindra Jadeja dropped, Shubman Gill returns - India's likely playing XI for 5th Test vs Australia in Sydney

India TV News  

After a huge 184-run defeat in the crucial fourth Test in Melbourne, the Indian cricket team will look to make a comeback in the fifth and last match of the eventful 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Washington Sundar replaced Shubman Gill in India's playing eleven for the Boxing Day Test which came as a surprise for the fans. Indian fans can expect …

"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 …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test review: Kohli and Rohit stutter, Bumrah’s magic in vain as hope awaits India in Sydney
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test review: Kohli and Rohit stutter, Bumrah’s magic in vain as hope awaits India in Sydney

The Hindu  

Late on Monday, the light dimmed on the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Seagulls descended on the turf, cleaning staff were busy removing the waste that a massive sporting contest tends to generate, and Australian cricketers lingered around, savouring their 184-run triumph against India in the fourth Test. Nathan Lyon celebrates India’s final wicket in the second innings which secured a win …

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

Nitish Reddy definitely better than Hardik Pandya in Test cricket: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar heaped rich praise on Nitish Kumar Reddy, describing him as one of the "brightest young stars in Indian cricket." Nitish stood out with his maiden century in the first innings of the recently concluded Melbourne Test, despite India's 184-run defeat. "The Melbourne Test brought to the fore one of the brightest young stars in Indian …

BGT: Rohit feels Nitish has all tools to be successful, acknowledges lack of support for Bumrah
1 week, 2 days ago

BGT: Rohit feels Nitish has all tools to be successful, acknowledges lack of support for Bumrah

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : India captain Rohit Sharma has backed young Nitish Kumar Reddy and feels he has everything in his arsenal to be successful at the biggest stage. BGT: Rohit feels Nitish has all tools to be successful, acknowledges lack of support for Bumrah The Boxing Day Test left India defeated but it also found solace in the performance of its …

Sunil Gavaskar: Credit to Ajit Agarkar and fellow selectors for pitchforking Nitish Reddy into Test cricket
1 week, 3 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar: Credit to Ajit Agarkar and fellow selectors for pitchforking Nitish Reddy into Test cricket

The Hindu  

Why Test cricket is the ultimate format of the game was seen at the magnificent Melbourne Cricket Ground. By the time the Melbourne Test came along, the Aussie media recognised that this team was not a pushover as some of the other countries that had toured Australia in recent times had been, and so, as is their wont, they began …

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance
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MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: As we head into a rare fifth day of a Test match, the promise of what is to come is enticing. India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Australia opener Sam Konstas on Day 4 of the MCG Test on Sunday. At close on Day 4 of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia …

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 …

'I know people doubted me. Said he played IPL, can't perform in big series': Nitish Reddy openly challenges doubters
1 week, 3 days ago

'I know people doubted me. Said he played IPL, can't perform in big series': Nitish Reddy openly challenges doubters

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy was elated to prove his critics wrong with his maiden Test century on a grand stage in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at MCG. "Some people doubted me, saying a youngster from the IPL can't perform in such a big series," he said. I want people to know I'm here to give 100% for the Indian team," Reddy said …

"Been watching Virat Kohli since childhood....": Nitish Kumar Reddy on playing with his idol
1 week, 3 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 …

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Boland-Lyon Stand Frustrates India, Pushes Australia’s Lead Past 330 At Stumps On Day 4
1 week, 4 days ago

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Boland-Lyon Stand Frustrates India, Pushes Australia’s Lead Past 330 At Stumps On Day 4

ABP News  

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: India staged a stellar fightback on Day 4 of the India vs Australia 4th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as the visitors had reduced Australia to 91-6 at one point on Day 4 but partnerships between Marnus Labuschagne and Pat Cummins, and then Scott Boland and Nathan Lyon pushed Australia's lead over 330 runs …

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 …

Centurion Reddy out as Australia dismiss India for 369
1 week, 4 days ago

Centurion Reddy out as Australia dismiss India for 369

Deccan Chronicle  

India were dismissed for 369 early on day four of the fourth Test against Australia on Sunday, with centurion Nitish Kumar Reddy the last wicket to fall.Australia held a first-innings advantage of 105 runs after Reddy was caught in the deep at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for 114, having brought up his maiden Test century late on day three.Mohammed Siraj …

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 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. …

BGT: Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates maiden test century with tribute to Indian flag, credits Gautam Gambhir for fighting spirit
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1 week, 4 days ago

BGT: Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates maiden test century with tribute to Indian flag, credits Gautam Gambhir for fighting spirit

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : India's star performer on Day 3 of the Melbourne Test, Nitish Kumar Reddy, shared the inspiration behind his celebration after scoring his maiden Test century against Australia. BGT: Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates maiden test century with tribute to Indian flag, credits Gautam Gambhir for fighting spirit The 21-year-old all-rounder had a day to remember as he struck his …

"A knock to remember...": Sachin Tendulkar praises Nitish Kumar Reddy's heroics in Melbourne
1 week, 4 days ago

"A knock to remember...": Sachin Tendulkar praises Nitish Kumar Reddy's heroics in Melbourne

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Nitish Kumar Reddy for his brilliant unbeaten 105 against Australia in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne on Saturday. ": Sachin Tendulkar praises Nitish Kumar Reddy's heroics in Melbourne In his tweet, Tendulkar wrote, "A knock to remember by Nitish. By the end of Day 3, India had rallied to …

Ind vs Aus, 4th Test: Sanjay Manjrekar compares Nitish Reddy with Ravi Shastri; here’s WHY
1 week, 4 days ago

Ind vs Aus, 4th Test: Sanjay Manjrekar compares Nitish Reddy with Ravi Shastri; here’s WHY

Live Mint  

Despite criticising the selectors for sending Nitish Reddy at number 8 and not at number 6 against Australia in the ongoing Boxing Day Test, former Indian cricketer and ace commentator Sanjay Manjrekar compared India's pacer all-rounder with legendary cricketer and former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri. At a time when Nitish Reddy was close to hitting his maiden Test century, …

’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 …

Nitish Reddy should go up the order to correct the balance of the side: Shastri
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Reddy should go up the order to correct the balance of the side: Shastri

India Today  

Former India cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri has suggested promoting Nitish Kumar Reddy up the batting order to improve the balance of the side. Border Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Lack of support for Jasprit Bumrah in Indian bowling attack "Reddy is fully capable of batting in the top 6. Notably, Indian bowling attack has struggled massively in the ongoing …

Nitish Reddy's witty post for Siraj after MCG hundred: I also believe in Siraj bhai
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1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Reddy's witty post for Siraj after MCG hundred: I also believe in Siraj bhai

India Today  

India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy wrote a witty post for Mohammed Siraj on his social media handles after his magnificent century vs Australia. IND vs AUS, 4th Test: Day 3 Live Updates | Full Scorecard The last batter to walk in was Mohammed Siraj, who isn’t known for his good batting prowess. Border Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage After the rain …

'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 …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Nitish’s hundred will be remembered for a very long time, says Washington Sundar
1 week, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Nitish’s hundred will be remembered for a very long time, says Washington Sundar

The Hindu  

On Friday evening, Washington Sundar promised that he and his teammates would fight. Striding into meet the sports correspondents for the second consecutive day, Washington said: “Rohitbhai, Gautibhai and all the support staff keep telling us to fight. Definitely a good day, would have been even better if I hadn’t got out.” Talking about his 127-run eighth-wicket partnership with Nitish, …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy soars high as India extends battle vs Australia
1 week, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy soars high as India extends battle vs Australia

The Hindu  

In one of cricket’s grand theatres, Nitish Kumar Reddy soared high. India’s Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates his fifty on the third day of the fourth cricket test between Australia and India. | Photo Credit: ASANKA RATNAYAKE/AP Nitish finally got to his maiden fifty and imitated Allu Arjun’s signature move from the movie Pushpa, as his bat mimicked a hand sliding …

BGT: Nitish Kumar Reddy smashes his maiden century
1 week, 5 days ago

BGT: Nitish Kumar Reddy smashes his maiden century

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Nitish Kumar Reddy scored a defiant maiden century on Saturday as he fought to get India back into the fourth Test against Australia. To the roar of a large contingent of Indian supporters at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, seam bowling all-rounder Reddy reached three figures in the final session on day three. He lifted Scott Boland over mid-on for …

Nitish Kumar Reddy youngest Indian centurion after Tendulkar, Pant in Australia; country's first Down Under at No.8
1 week, 5 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy youngest Indian centurion after Tendulkar, Pant in Australia; country's first Down Under at No.8

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy became the first Indian batter to score a century in Australia while batting at No.8 on Saturday. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates There were questions asked and eyebrows raised when Nitish was first picked for the Australia tour and then handed debut in the series opener in Perth but the Andhra Pradesh cricketer proved the doubters with …

Nitish Kumar Reddy stands tall for India at MCG, slams maiden international hundred during IND vs AUS 4th Test
1 week, 5 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy stands tall for India at MCG, slams maiden international hundred during IND vs AUS 4th Test

Live Mint  

Nitish Kumar Reddy stood tall against all odds as the 21-year-old scored his maiden Test hundred at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the ongoing fourth Test on Saturday. Coming into the middle after the fall of Rishabh Pant with India reeling at 191/6, Reddy took on the mantle and along with Washington Sundar, forged 127 runs for the eighth wicket …

’Nitish Kumar Reddy is Hardik Pandya’s replacement in Tests,’ Ex-star showers huge praise for India’s BGT 2024-25 find
1 week, 5 days ago

’Nitish Kumar Reddy is Hardik Pandya’s replacement in Tests,’ Ex-star showers huge praise for India’s BGT 2024-25 find

Live Mint  

Former India cricketer Parthiv Patel has described Nitish Kumar Reddy as a potential replacement for Hardik Pandya in Test cricket, following the youngster's consistent performances with both bat and ball in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Patel, who played for India during their 2003-04 tour of Australia, opined that Nitish Kumar Reddy showed how Test cricket is played. Nitish …

Nitish Kumar Reddy's defiant knock helps India avoid follow-on, reach 325/7 at tea on Day 3 of Boxing Day Test
1 week, 5 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy's defiant knock helps India avoid follow-on, reach 325/7 at tea on Day 3 of Boxing Day Test

Firstpost  

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy was batting on 85, stitching together an unbroken 104-run stand for the eighth wicket with fellow all-rounder Washington Sundar batting on 40. India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy raises his bat after completing his maiden Test half-century on Day 3 of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne. AP Nitish Kumar Reddy continued to impress in his …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test | Nitish Reddy hits maiden ton, keeps India in contest on Day 3
1 week, 5 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test | Nitish Reddy hits maiden ton, keeps India in contest on Day 3

The Hindu  

In one of cricket’s grand theatres, Nitish Kumar Reddy soared high. Southpaw Washington punched Starc past cover, and Nitish scooped Mitchell Marsh beyond a diving Starc at fine-leg and drove another through the sweeper-cover picket. Just as the audience held its breath, Mohammed Siraj survived, and there was relief and joy all around when Nitish hit a four off Boland, …

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 …

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