IND vs AUS: When everything was going into Australia’s way in the Day-2’s play, the young batters stood tall ahead of them was Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
Both batters batted brilliantly and notched a crucial partnership to get India out of trouble and scripted a record during the 3rd day of Boxing Day Test at the MCG in Melbourne.
Record-Breaking Moment
Their eighth-wicket partnership was not just about the runs but the number of deliveries they could face, as both players reached over 150 balls in their innings. This is a first in Test cricket for batters batting at these positions.
Together, they have achieved what no other pair from the eighth and ninth spots in the batting order has done in 147 years of Indian Test cricket history. Their resilience was on full display as they combined to face 210 deliveries, setting a new standard for endurance and skill at the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground).
Washington Sundar’s Crucial Role
Washington Sundar was instrumental in a record-breaking partnership. Nitish’s innings was a mix of patience and aggression, showcasing his adaptability under pressure. Along with Reddy, Washington, known for his off-spin bowling, did much to contribute. The partnership they shared frustrated the Australian bowlers but also set new records.
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Inspiring Century
Nitish Kumar Reddy made his mark in the Test by knocking up a sizzling unbeaten hundred against Australia at the MCG in the day-3 of the test match, considered a cricket citadel. By this, he also became the 4th Indian batter to get a hundred on Australian Soil.
Nitish Kumar Reddy hits his maiden Test century and receives a standing ovation from the MCG crowd ❤️ #AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/Vbqq5C26gz
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 28, 2024
