Nitish Kumar Reddy’s family is filled with pride after his impressive debut century in the Melbourne Test against Australia. His knock of 114 runs from 189 balls was crucial in helping India recover from a tough position.
Father’s Emotional Reaction
Nitish’s father, Muthyala Reddy, expressed his joy. “I am really proud of my son. He (Nitish) brought my family to this stage. He made us very proud, and I thank him for that,” he said. “My son made his debut century where legends like Sunil Gavaskar, VVS Laxman, and Ravi Shastri played. As a father, I had tears in my eyes. I pray he will score more centuries like this.”
Sister’s Pride
Nitish’s sister, Tejaswi, also shared her excitement. “We are all very happy and proud. He promised to make us proud, and he did just that. We’re speechless. It’s his way of representing India,” she said.
Mother’s Reflection on the Moment
Meanwhile, Nitish’s mother, Manasa, was touched by the sight of cricket legends like Ravi Shastri and Sunil Gavaskar in tears. “It was surprising to hear that they cried after watching my son’s century. I am so proud of him,” she said.
A Century in a Challenging Situation
Nitish’s century included 11 fours and a six. His knock came when India needed stability. Despite losing Washington Sundar and Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish held strong and helped India recover.
Overcoming Obstacles to Reach His Ton
The journey to his century was not easy. After two quick wickets, Nitish faced pressure. Pat Cummins had three balls left to stop him. However, with support from Mohammed Siraj, Nitish completed his century.
Finally, India ended their first innings on Day 4 with 369 runs, trailing by 105 runs. Nitish’s maiden century will be remembered by cricket fans for years to come.