Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy had a memorable outing in the IND vs AUS 4th Test played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Reddy played an innings of 114 runs from 189 balls which included 11 fours and one six. The latter came in at number eight and helped the Indian team put up a first-innings score of 369 runs in reply of Australia’s 474 and his knock played a major role in helping Team India avoid follow-on. The latter is also Team India’s second leading run scorer in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 series and has scored 294 runs from seven innings.
Michael Clarke Heaps Praise On Nitish Kumar Reddy
Former Australian cricketer Michael Clarke wants Nitish Kumar Reddy to bat up the order in the Sydney Test set to begin from January 3. Clarke stated that Reddy batting at number eight is a genius and his performance in the series has been absolutely unbelievable. He said on Beyond 23 Cricket Podcast, “Reddy, this young kid batting at number eight, is a genius. I think he has definitely got to bat seven if not six. He has been India’s leading run-scorer, 21 years of age, unbelievable. He has been underrated in the entire series. I think he is good enough to bat at number six. So what a great option for India going into the last Test match.”
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“He has impressed everyone. He has not feared any Australian bowler. He has been patient when he has needed to be patient. He has batted with the tail extremely well. He has shown his intent. He bats, bowls and fields”, he added.
Nitish Kumar Reddy has also picked up some crucial wickets with the ball whenever it is given to him. Reddy will look forward to continue his brilliant performance in the next Test set to be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
