Sunil Gavaskar Offers Key Advice to Nitish Kumar Reddy

In the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, young Telugu cricketer Nitish Kumar Reddy has captured attention with his remarkable performance. Batting at number eight during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, Nitish remained unbeaten with a stunning 105 runs off 176 balls. His innings included 10 boundaries and a six. Nitish’s impressive debut Test century has drawn widespread acclaim. Amid the accolades, legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar praised him while also offering crucial advice.

Gavaskar lauded Nitish for his maiden Test century, expressing confidence that the young cricketer is poised to score many more centuries in the future. He described Nitish’s century at Melbourne as one of the finest in Indian cricket history and commended his ability to adapt to challenging conditions. Highlighting the player's exceptional shot selection, Gavaskar remarked that Nitish has proven his capability to rise to the occasion.

A Reminder of Sacrifices

While showering praise, Gavaskar also gave Nitish a key piece of advice. He emphasized that Nitish’s rise to success is built on the sacrifices of his parents and family members. Gavaskar urged Nitish to always remember their contributions and to value the recognition he has earned through Indian cricket. He advised the young cricketer not to take the sport lightly and to continue his hard work. Gavaskar expressed optimism that if Nitish maintains his current form, he is set for a brilliant career ahead.