Pat Cummins applauds Nitish Kumar Reddy after Maiden Test Hundred

Day three of the fourth Test in between India and Australia had a special moment that cricket fans will never forget. Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed his first test hundred and guess who applauded him? None other than the Australian skipper, Pat Cummins. As Reddy reveled in the milestone, Cummins — standing in the middle — joined in with a hearty round of applause. It was a classy move that showed the heart of the game.

Cummins praises his SRH teammate Nitish Kumar Reddy

The young Indian all-rounder’s big shot came against the top class Australian bowling line-up. After reaching his century, Reddy went down on one knee, rested his helmet on his bat and pointed towards the sky. It was emotional. And then there was Cummins, who broke into applause for his IPL teammate. That small gesture made the celebration even sweeter.

Cummins and Reddy share a history. Both play for SunRisers Hyderabad in IPL. Cummins — SRH’s big hitter at Rs 18 crore — contributed to Reddy’s growth as a player. Reddy, retained for Rs 6 crore, has shone under Cummins in season 2024. So, seeing Reddy take on his captain in international cricket has added another layer to their story.

Cummins vs Nitish Reddy at MCG

Cummins did not go easy on his teammate. He attacked Reddy with sharp parries and tricky slashes, trying to rile him up. But Reddy was ready. He stayed calm, put the ball in the gaps and played some sharp shots. Even when the bouncer hit him on the arm, he didn’t flinch. Peak? Reddy lunges at Cummins, who responds with a quick bounce. They exchanged smiles, and the crowd loved the mini-fight.

This century means a lot to Reddy. That’s proof of how far he’s come. Faced with one of the best attacks in the world, he stood tall and delivered. This typing is not only a turning point; it’s a statement. The guy has skills, guts and a ton of potential.

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