Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who made his debut against Australia in the first Test at Perth, unfolds the conversation between him and Indian coach Gautam Gambhir. He expressed the motivating words he received from the coach after the practice.
In the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia, Nitish Kumar Reddy, along with Harshit Rana, made his debut at Optus Stadium, Perth. Both of the youngsters impressed the fans and the cricket community with their remarkable performances, showcasing exceptional skill, determination, and potential for the future.
Nitish Kumar Reddy is a fast bowling all-rounder with great potential, known for his ability to contribute with both the ball and the bat. His pace and accuracy with the ball, coupled with his solid batting technique, make him a valuable asset to any team, with a bright future ahead in the world of cricket.
In the first inning, NKR played a very remarkable knock for team India, scoring 41 runs out of the total 150 scored by India. The youngster faced 59 balls and played with a strike rate of 69.49, scoring 6 fours and a six.
After the day 1, Nitish Kumar Reddy opened up on his conversation before the match. He revealed, “I remembered the chat I had with Gautam Bhai after our last practice session; he mentioned that ‘when you get a bouncer, take it on your shoulder. It was like taking a bullet for your country’ – that boosted me, when he said that I felt that I needed to take the bullet for the country—that’s the best thing I have heard from Gautam sir.”
The words from Gautam Gambhir had a profound impact on Nitish Kumar Reddy. They instilled in him a sense of resilience and determination, elevating his mental strength. The metaphor of “taking a bullet for your country” helped him view challenges, like facing a bouncer, not just as obstacles but as opportunities to demonstrate courage and commitment.
It gave him a deeper sense of responsibility, making him more focused and motivated to perform for his team and country. The encouragement from Gautam ignited a fire within Nitish, shaping his approach to tough situations both on and off the field.
