Nitish Reddy Shines with Maiden Test Fifty
Nitish Reddy excelled in the fourth Test at the MCG. It was between India and Australia. With India at 191/6 and trailing by 283 runs, the 21-year-old faced immense pressure. He played a phenomenal, counter-attacking knock.
Reddy scored his first Test fifty in style. He celebrated with the iconic ‘Pushpa’ move. It’s a gesture from the Telugu film Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun. The celebration went viral. It added a cinematic flair to a great cricket moment.
The Viral ‘Pushpa’ Celebration
The ‘Pushpa’ celebration, from a film, is a global trend. It was popularized by actor Allu Arjun’s signature move. Nitish Reddy joined the list of athletes and celebrities recreating the viral gesture.
PUSPA IN BOX-OFFICE 🤝 NKR IN AUSTRALIA.
– Both are ruling…!!!!! pic.twitter.com/9poYVHMPlk
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 28, 2024
As a native of Andhra Pradesh, Reddy loves Telugu cinema. So, the celebration is even more special. Recently, Indian cricketers like Rinku Singh have done the iconic move. This shows its popularity.
A Knock to Remember
This innings marked Nitish Reddy’s first Test half-century. After narrowly missing fifties earlier in the series, Reddy finally broke through. He batted with grit and flair.
- At Tea: Reddy remained unbeaten on 85, helping India recover from 221/7 to 326/7.
- Partnership: His 100-run stand with Washington Sundar steadied the Indian innings.
- Series Impact: With his knock, Reddy became India’s second-highest run-scorer in the series. A mere 12 more runs would see him surpass Yashasvi Jaiswal as the team’s top run-getter.
Reddy’s Sensational Debut Series
In his debut Test series, Nitish Reddy has been a revelation. The 21-year-old is known for his crucial cameos with tailenders. He has consistently delivered under pressure.
Reddy was picked over stars like Shubman Gill. He has repaid the team’s faith by excelling in clutch situations.
Key Highlights
- Reddy’s Knock: 85* at Tea, with his maiden Test fifty celebrated in viral ‘Pushpa’ style.
- Partnership: Century stand with Washington Sundar to take India from 221/7 to 326/7.
- Series Stats: Second-highest run-scorer for India in the series; close to overtaking Jaiswal as the top scorer.
Nitish Reddy’s maiden Test fifty helped India fight back. It also cemented his place as a top young talent in Indian cricket. His viral ‘Pushpa’ celebration added a unique touch to his innings. It captured the attention of fans worldwide.