Ian Bishop, Irfan Pathan on Nitish Reddy Century vs AUS: The cricket world on Saturday praised Indian batsman Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored his first international century in the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. In the final session of the day, Nitish Kumar Reddy scored his maiden international century in spectacular style by hitting the ball towards the mid-on fielder for a four while standing on 99 runs. Nitish is unbeaten after scoring 105 runs on 176 balls at a strike rate of 59.66. While at the crease on the third day of the Melbourne Test, he hit 10 fours and 1 six. The atmosphere at MCG became emotional, when Nitish’s father was thanking God with folded hands, shedding tears of joy. While coming to the pavilion after the innings, Nitish was appreciated by the Australian players and the Indian camp stood up and applauded.
Former cricketer VVS Laxman praised Nitish’s century in the Melbourne Test and said that when the team was in trouble, it was the perfect opportunity. VVS Laxman wrote on X, “What an amazing innings, dear Nitish. To become the third youngest Indian to score a Test century in Australia and to do so with a team in trouble was truly a wonderful moment. I’m sure it will be one of many occasions.” Enjoyed your positivity and fearless stroke play.
What an innings, dear Nitish. To become the third youngest Indian to score a Test hundred in Aus and what an occasion to do it with the team in trouble. I am sure this will be first of many. Enjoyed your positivity and fearless stroke play. Keep it up. God bless you always 🌸 pic.twitter.com/tSWuL4kKYF
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 28, 2024
Former cricketer Wasim Jaffer said the young Nitish continues to impress with his “compact technique and courageous attitude”. Wasim Jaffer wrote on Well played,” Wasim Jaffer wrote on X.
This young man just continues to impress. His compact technique, gutsy attitude and most importantly the way he puts a price on his wicket are all impressive attributes of a fine Test batter in the making. Very well played 👏🏻👏🏻 #AUSvIND #nitishkumarreddy pic.twitter.com/vIZyVyM2UJ
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) December 28, 2024
Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop described it as a “high quality” Test century from the 21-year-old. “This is a Test century of high quality and technical skill from 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy,” Ian Bishop wrote on It’s a heart-touching story.”
That’s a test century of high quality and technical skill from 21 yr old Nitish Kumar Reddy. Left the ball expertly, & attacked when needed. Another deeply moving story of parental sacrifice in Indian cricket.
— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) December 28, 2024
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina also congratulated Nitish for his first international century. Suresh Raina wrote on X, “What a moment this is for Nitish Kumar Reddy! Congratulations brother for scoring the first century in Australia.”
What a moment for Nitish Kumar Reddy ❤️🫶🕉️! Congratulations brother for maiden century in Aus #nitishkumarreddy https://t.co/9Iif8QSM9A
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) December 28, 2024
With his century, the youngster also achieved a major feat as he became the third youngest Indian batsman after Sachin Tendulkar and Rishabh Pant to score a maiden Test century in Australia. At the time of stumps on the third day, India was at 358/9, with Nitish (105*) and Mohammed Siraj (2*) unbeaten at the crease. The visiting team is still behind by 116 runs.
