Team India are enjoying a successful run against Afghanistan after a convincing win in the first ODI of the three-match series. Ahead of the second encounter in Lucknow, it was a light exchange between the two young Indian stars that grabbed the attention of their fans on social media rather than the cricket action.
Especially a viral video Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Kumar Reddy has become the latest talking point among cricket fans. The clip featured a humorous interaction between the two teammates as they prepared to leave the team hotel, with Jaiswal playfully teasing Reddy with a slight delay. The hilarious moment quickly gained traction online and entertained fans ahead of the next game in the series.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s funny conversation with Nitish Kumar Reddy goes viral
The funny incident happened when the members of the Indian team were leaving the team hotel. Jaiswal was waiting for his teammate when Nitish arrived a little later than expected and as the all-rounder approached the car, Jaiswal joked that he was disappointed at the delay. Pointing to his wristwatch, the left-handed batsman reminded Nitish of the importance of being on time.
“I’ve been sitting in the car since the last minute. It’s coming on time, my friend. Look what time it is.” Jaiswal said with a smile.
The joke didn’t stop there. Continuing his banter, Jaiswal walked towards the car and jokingly opened the door for Nitish before both the players got into the car and drove off together. The clip quickly gained traction on the internet, with fans enjoying the friendly chemistry of the two rising stars of India.
We present the video:
Nitish Kumar Reddy is a little late and then Yashasvi Jaiswal teases him and says “bro, I have been waiting for you in the car for the last 10 minutes”. Jaiswal even opens the car door for her and says come, I will even open the door for you.🤣❤️🔥
Looks like Rohit… pic.twitter.com/r2XRbCcyV2
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India eye series win in Lucknow
While the viral moment entertained fans, India’s focus remains on the ongoing ODI series against Afghanistan. The hosts had a seven-wicket win in the opening ODI and now have an opportunity to seal the series in Lucknow. Reddy was instrumental in the first match, especially with the ball. The seam-bowling all-rounder took two wickets, including a scalp. Rahmanullah Gurbazhad previously smashed a sensational century. Reddy’s pinpoint yorker ended the Afghan opener’s innings and gave India a crucial lead.
with Hardik Pandya Omitted from the series, Reddy’s role as India’s primary pace-bowling all-rounder becomes even more important. Meanwhile, Jaiswal is still waiting for his chance in the playing XI after being brought into the squad as an injury replacement. Virat Kohli. The left-hander remained on the bench during the first ODI Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill opens the shots. However, if India clinch the series in Lucknow, the management could look at rotating the squad for the final ODI in Chennai, potentially opening the door for Jaiswal’s return to the ODI side.
