Nitish Kumar Reddy’s household with Sunil Gavaskar© X (Twitter)
Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Sunday advised Mutyala, father of India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, that his sacrifices have helped the nation unearth “a gem in cricket”. The 21-yr-previous Reddy’s exceptional maiden Test century towards Australia helped India preserve the primary-innings deficit to 105 runs, which might have been in extra of 200 after the guests had been diminished to 221 for seven in reply to the hosts’ 474 at one stage. “You know in regards to the massive sacrifices he made (in Nitish’s journey) and due to you I’ve tears in my eyes. India has discovered a gem in cricket due to you,” mentioned Gavaskar in a voice subdued by feelings.
Nitish’s mom, who too was emotional, advised Gavaskar that she was nonetheless not capable of consider that her son was enjoying at such a giant venue and produced such a “big innings”.
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s household meets the good Sunil Gavaskar @abcsport #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/hUBOghxM2e
— Ben Cameron (@BenCameron23) December 29, 2024
Mutyala, who battled a sea of feelings on Saturday as his son produced a doughty hundred to maintain India within the contest, thanked everybody and touched Gavaskar’s ft as a mark of respect.
Earlier, former Indian coach Ravi Shastri had additionally mentioned that he had tears in eyes watching Reddy’s gritty knock.
Coming in at no. 8, Reddy was finally dismissed for 114 off 189 balls with 11 fours and a six on Day Four morning.
“More importantly, the way he batted, showcasing his talent and discipline, which is why you and Irfan were speaking (while commenting),” Shastri advised Star Sports.
“I was tongue-tied and I had tears in my eyes. I don’t get tears (of joy) in my eyes that easily. I enjoyed watching (Reddy’s innings) yesterday,” he added.
Topics talked about on this article
