He performed admirably under pressure in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Coming in after India lost a critical wicket in Rishabh Pant, the 22-year-old batted magnificently with patience and maturity much above his years. Finally, he achieved his maiden Test fifty, which included a boundary, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Pushpa Celebration
Reddy's celebration after reaching his half-century mark will be remembered for generations. After paying respect to the renowned Telugu actor Allu Arjun, Reddy recreated the classic Pushpa celebration, which resonated in many hearts, particularly among Telugu film fans.
Reddy, who was born and raised in Visakhapatnam, clearly expressed his passion for regional films in his most poignant homage, making the historic Boxing Day Test even more personal.
NITISH KUMAR REDDY WITH PUSHPA CELEBRATION. 🥶 pic.twitter.com/9NHjpPdBpj
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 28, 2024
Washington Sundar: The Perfect Partner
Washington Sundar worked with Reddy to ensure that India did not have to take the follow-on. While Reddy played aggressive cricket, Sundar took on the position of a sheet anchor, emulating Cheteshwar Pujara's defensive technique. They created a highly profitable combination, adding to the frustration of the Australian bowlers as India closed in on the first innings total.
They demonstrated superb decision-making by leaving good deliveries and rotating the strike well, putting pressure back on the Australian bowlers. Sundar's patience and Reddy's offensive flair complimented one another.
This is a continuation of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, in which Reddy and Sundar's partnership determines India's fate. The circumstances remain favorable for batting, so both players will strive to extend their partnership and close the gap on the scoreboard.
This is a continuation of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, in which Reddy and Sundar's partnership determines India's fate. The circumstances remain favorable for batting, so both players will strive to extend their partnership and close the gap on the scoreboard.
Besides that, the youngsters are stepping up for India in this inning to represent Indian cricket in the future. This innings has been tremendous for some of these very promising Indian cricketers, particularly in Reddy, whose talent makes his fans eager to know what is ahead in store for this promising cricketer.
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