Sunil Gavaskar Gives Standing Ovation to Nitish Kumar Reddy in Commentary Box After He Scores Maiden Century in International Cricket During IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test 2024 (Watch Video)

The all-rounder starred for India, helping the side mount a memorable comeback after they lost six wickets for 191 runs on the board in pursuit of Australia's 474. Nitish Kumar Reddy had made his international debut earlier in 2024.

Sunil Gavaskar (left) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (right) (Photo credit: X @ICC and @BCCI)

Sunil Gavaskar gave a standing ovation to Nitish Kumar Reddy while in the commentary box as he reached his maiden international century, on Day 3 of the IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test 2024 on December 28. The youngster, playing his fourth Test, came in to bat with India in a difficult position at 191/6 and stitched 124-run partnership with Washington Sundar that bailed the side out of trouble. He played some delightful shots and also showed a lot of composure en route to his maiden century in international cricket, which came off 172 deliveries. Gavaskar also praised Nitish Kumar Reddy, saying, "What a find this young man has been for Indian cricket. Superb innings, fantastic temperament." IND vs AUS 4th Test 2024: Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Father Mutyala Reddy Reacts Following India All-Rounder Maiden International Century at Melbourne, Says ‘We Cannot Forget This Day in Our Life’.

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