Nitish Kumar Reddy Shines with Maiden Test Century in Boxing Day Test
Nitish Kumar Reddy, the 21-year-old all-rounder, made headlines during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne by scoring his maiden Test and international hundred. His remarkable achievement came amidst a tense atmosphere as India battled against Australia, who had set a formidable target of 474 runs.
A Journey to the Milestone
On the third day of the match, Reddy reached his century off 171 balls, overcoming a few anxious moments, particularly in the nervous 90s. He celebrated his fifty in true ‘Pushpa’ style before converting it into a well-deserved three-figure score, showcasing his talent and composure.
High Drama Unfolds
With India at 348 for 7 and Reddy on 97, the tension escalated as Nathan Lyon dismissed his partner Washington Sundar (50). Determined to retain the strike, Reddy denied singles, but as India lost Jasprit Bumrah for a duck, the pressure intensified. Watching Mohammed Siraj face Pat Cummins, Reddy applauded each delivery Siraj survived, illustrating the nail-biting drama unfolding on the field.
The Moment of Glory
Finally, Reddy broke the shackles on the third ball of the next over bowled by Scott Boland, hitting a boundary straight over the bowler’s head to mark his century. His innings included 10 fours and 1 six, making it a spectacular performance. The milestone was particularly poignant as his father was present in the stands, witnessing his son’s triumph.
Reddy’s Impact on the Series
So far in the series, Reddy has been a standout player, accumulating 284 runs at an average of 71.0, making him the top scorer for India and second overall in the series behind Travis Head. Sunil Gavaskar hailed his century as “one of the greatest for India in Test cricket.”
Looking Ahead
As India concluded Day 3 at 358 for 9 in response to Australia’s 474, the Border Gavaskar Trophy series remains finely poised at 1-1. Fans eagerly await the continuation of this gripping contest, and Reddy’s performance is sure to be a highlight of the series.
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