"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 358/9, but still trails Australia's first-innings total by 116 runs with Reddy standing unbeaten with Mohammed Siraj. Reddy reached his century in 171 balls, becoming the third youngest Indian to score a maiden Test century in Australia, following Sachin Tendulkar and Rishabh Pant.

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Nitish Kumar Reddy could be consistent number 6 for India: Irfan Pathan
3 days, 7 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 …

"His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test
4 days, 19 hours ago

"His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar reacted to wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's exceptional knock on the second day of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. "His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test Pant played a marvellous …

'They can either get destroyed, or...': Brett Lee's honest assessment of Jasprit Bumrah-less bowling attack in Sydney
4 days, 21 hours ago

'They can either get destroyed, or...': Brett Lee's honest assessment of Jasprit Bumrah-less bowling attack in Sydney

Hindustan Times  

One of India’s concerns and criticisms throughout the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has been the performances and support provided to Jasprit Bumrah by the team’s third and fourth seamers, and if the bowling quality of Nitish Kumar Reddy has been enough for the management to be confident in using him as an outright fourth option. “I was so happy for India that …

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'
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4 days, 22 hours ago

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'

Hindustan Times  

The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match has proven to be a nightmare for batters, and a goldmine for pace bowlers. Rishabh Pant hit four sixes on his way to 61 in the second innings at the SCG vs Australia. There was only one exception on day two, at least for …

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

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 …

"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 …

Watch: Bumrah, Nitish Reddy's names etched on MCG honours board after Boxing Day Test heroics
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1 week, 1 day ago

Watch: Bumrah, Nitish Reddy's names etched on MCG honours board after Boxing Day Test heroics

Deccan Chronicle  

Names of India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and young sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy were etched on the honours board at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after the Boxing Day Test on Monday that ended in Australia's favour. Meanwhile, Nitish Reddy after missing out to turn the good starts into milestones, delivered at the iconic MCG to slam his maiden international hundred. …

Watch: Bumrah, Nitish Reddy's names etched on MCG honours board after Boxing Day Test heroics
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1 week, 1 day ago

Watch: Bumrah, Nitish Reddy's names etched on MCG honours board after Boxing Day Test heroics

Deccan Chronicle  

Names of India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and young sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy were etched on the honours board at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after the Boxing Day Test on Monday that ended in Australia's favour. Meanwhile, Nitish Reddy after missing out to turn the good starts into milestones, delivered at the iconic MCG to slam his maiden international hundred. …

'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 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 …

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 …

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 …

Had always dreamt about Virat Kohli appreciating me: Nitish Kumar Reddy
1 week, 3 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 …

"Another star on the horizon": Syed Kirmani on Nitish Kumar Reddy
1 week, 3 days ago

"Another star on the horizon": Syed Kirmani on Nitish Kumar Reddy

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru, : In an exhilarating display of skill and determination, Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy struck his maiden international century against Australia at the MCG in the 4th Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. "Another star on the horizon": Syed Kirmani on Nitish Kumar Reddy The 21-year-old Reddy played a magnificent knock of 114 runs from 189 balls, rescuing India …

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Boland-Lyon Stand Frustrates India, Pushes Australia’s Lead Past 330 At Stumps On Day 4
1 week, 3 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 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.” …

IND vs AUS: Australia lose openers but stretch lead to 158 runs at lunch
1 week, 4 days ago

IND vs AUS: Australia lose openers but stretch lead to 158 runs at lunch

Deccan Chronicle  

Australia claimed a lead of 105 runs on the first innings and stretched its advantage to 158 at lunch Sunday on day four of the fourth cricket test against India.After bowling India out for 369 in reply to the home side’s 474 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia was 53-2 in its second innings at lunch Sunday on a pitch …

Australia lose openers but stretch lead to 158 runs at lunch, day 4 of 4th test against India
1 week, 4 days ago

Australia lose openers but stretch lead to 158 runs at lunch, day 4 of 4th test against India

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia claimed a lead of 105 runs on the first innings and stretched its advantage to 158 at lunch Sunday on day four of the fourth cricket test against India. After bowling India out for 369 in reply to the home side’s 474 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia was 53-2 in its second innings at lunch …

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 Reddy reveals reason behind helmet-on-bat celebration after maiden Test ton at MCG: ‘There is Indian flag…’
1 week, 4 days ago

Nitish Reddy reveals reason behind helmet-on-bat celebration after maiden Test ton at MCG: ‘There is Indian flag…’

Hindustan Times  

Nitish Kumar Reddy revealed the reason behind his helmet-on-bat celebration after his maiden Test century against Australia in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. India's Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates his century as Mohammed Siraj looks on. ‘You know, what mentality Siraj carries…’: Nitish Reddy India's number 11 Mohammed Siraj also showed some grit and played a crucial role …

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 …

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 …

A first in 147-years: Nitish-Washington pair sets unique world record!
1 week, 4 days ago

A first in 147-years: Nitish-Washington pair sets unique world record!

Deccan Chronicle  

India all-rounder duo Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washigton Sundar, who put out a courageous counter-attack against Australia in the fourth Test not just helping their team escape the follow-on danger but also created a world record. Both batters, who put up an impressive 127-run partnership also amassed personal records. The partnership is the second highest for India for the last …

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 …

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 …

Watch: Ravi Shastri’s eyes well up with tears after Nitish Kumar Reddy’s maiden century in IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

Watch: Ravi Shastri’s eyes well up with tears after Nitish Kumar Reddy’s maiden century in IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG

Live Mint  

Tears rolled down Ravi Shastri's eyes the moment Nitish Kumar Reddy lofted Scott Boland over mid-wicket for a boundary to reach his maiden international hundred against Australia on Day 3 of the fourth Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. While Sundar was dismissed for 50, Reddy survived several nervy moments to reach his magical three figures—the most defining moment for India …

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 …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: BCCI lauds Nitish Reddy’s half-century at MCG in ’Pushpa’ style; writes, ‘Flower nahi, fire hai’
1 week, 4 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: BCCI lauds Nitish Reddy’s half-century at MCG in ’Pushpa’ style; writes, ‘Flower nahi, fire hai’

Live Mint  

On DAY 3 of the Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground against Australia, India's Nitish Reddy created history by scoring his first international ton at number 8. Following his half-century, the Board of Control for Cricket in India took to X and wrote, “flower nahi, fire hai” in hindi. Nitish's Father breaks down: With Nitish Nitish clearing …

'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, 4 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, 4 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 …

Cricket-Pant punches out as India 244-7 at lunch at MCG test
1 week, 5 days ago

Cricket-Pant punches out as India 244-7 at lunch at MCG test

Hindustan Times  

By Ian Ransom Cricket-Pant punches out as India 244-7 at lunch at MCG test MELBOURNE, - A Nathan Lyon breakthrough and some misplaced aggression by Rishabh Pant left India 244 for seven at lunch on day three of the fourth test on Saturday, still 31 runs short of avoiding the follow-on. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy was 40 not out, with …

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