Nitish Kumar Reddy He produced an incredible all-round performance to contribute significantly to India’s 86-run T20I series win over Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday, October 9.
Reddy, who was playing only his second international match, was awarded the Player of the Match for his excellent display with both bat and ball in the second game of the ongoing three-match T20I series. Bangladesh.
Nitish Kumar Reddy shines with bat and ball as India win T20I series against Bangladesh
The right-handed batsman hit a fine knock of 74 runs off just 34 balls, hitting the Bangladesh bowlers all over the ground for four boundaries and six maximums in Delhi. His runs came at an amazing strike rate of around 218.
He also stitched a match-winning partnership of 108 runs for the fourth wicket to take India to a mammoth total of 221/9 on the board against the Bangladesh cricket team at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Defending a tough target, Reddy also contributed with the ball in the second T20I. The young pacer had a memorable outing with the ball as he finished with brilliant figures of 2/23 in four overs to help out. Team India Restrict Bangladesh to 135/9 to win the game by 86 runs in Delhi.
With this dominant win in the second T20I, the Men in Blue have clinched the ongoing three-match T20I series with a 2-0 lead in the home series against Bangladesh with the final scheduled to be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International on October 12. Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad.
Nitish Kumar Reddy is proud to win the Player of the Match award
Meanwhile, Nitish Kumar Reddy said winning the Player of the Match award was a proud moment in his young career. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to represent the country at the highest level and expressed his gratitude to his captain Suryakumar Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir for allowing him to play with fearless intent.
The young all-rounder said the support of Suryakumar and Gambhir allowed him to approach the game with confidence, take the pressure and allow his instincts to shine through. Reddy said he initially took time to settle in, but after the no-ball, the momentum shifted in his favour.
I have to thank the captain and the coach: Reddy
Nitish Kumar Reddy said at the post-match presentation, “It feels great to represent India; to be very proud of this moment. I am grateful for everything. I have to give credit to the captain and coach. They gave me the license to play fearless cricket. I took my time in the beginning, but after that no-ball, everything went in my favor.”
Looking ahead, Nitish Kumar Reddy remains determined to continue his strong run of form, focusing on consistently delivering top-class performances for the Indian cricket team. His goal is very clear: to make such impressive contributions on a regular basis as he expects to have a chance in the final game as well.
He said, “It’s a great feeling to play in the Indian team. I want to continue in the same way. I want us to continue such good performances.”
