As Nitish Kumar Reddy reached the 100-run mark with a boundary, cameras captured his father in tears, visibly overwhelmed with pride and emotion.
During the third day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Indian cricketer Nitish Kumar Reddy scored his maiden Test century, a moment that deeply moved his father, Mutyala Reddy, who was present in the stands.
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As Nitish reached the 100-run mark with a boundary off Scott Boland, cameras captured Mutyala Reddy in tears, visibly overwhelmed with pride and emotion.
In a post-match interview, Mutyala Reddy expressed his joy, stating, “For our family, it’s a special day, and we cannot forget this day in our life. He has been performing well since the age of 14-15, and now in international cricket, it’s very special feeling.”
Nitish’s journey to this milestone has been marked by significant sacrifices from his family, particularly his father, who left his job to support his son’s cricketing aspirations. Reflecting on this, Nitish once shared, “My father left his job for me, and there has been a lot of sacrifice behind my story. One day, I saw him crying because of the financial problems we were facing, and I was like, this is not how you can be. Then I got serious.”
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This heartwarming moment at the MCG not only highlights Nitish’s dedication and talent but also underscores the unwavering support and sacrifices made by his family, making his maiden Test century a truly special achievement for them all.