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Former Australian skipper Clark lauded Indian all-rounder Reddy following his fearless knock at the MCG in the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 as the youngster brought up his maiden Test ton against the Aussies, albeit in a losing cause.
Nitish Kumar Reddy. (BCCI Photo)
Former Australian batter Michael Clark lauded Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy following his fearless knock at the MCG in the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 as the youngster brought up his maiden Test ton against the Aussies, albeit in a losing cause.
Australia beat India by 184 runs to pick up a 2-1 series lead heading into the final game of the tour at the SCG.
However, Reddy’s fighting knock proved to be a silver lining for India as the 21-year-old took his side to 369 runs in the first innings with his brilliant 114-run innings off 189 deliveries.
“Reddy, this young kid batting at number eight, is a genius,” Clark said.
“I think he has definitely got to bat seven if not six,” the Aussie added
“He has been India’s leading run-scorer, 21 years of age, unbelievable. He has been underrated in the entire series,” he stated.
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Clark also batted for the promotion of Reddy up the order on the back of his promising performances throughout the series down under.
“He has impressed everyone. He has not feared any Australian bowler. He has been patient when he has needed to be patient. He has batted with the tail extremely well. He has shown his intent. He bats, bowls and fields,” the 43-year-old said.
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Clark also opined that he would like to see the youngster bat at No.6 for India in the final game of the series, slated to be held at the SCG beginning on the 3rd of January.
“I think he is good enough to bat at number six. So what a great option for India going into the last Test match,” the former Australian skipper added.
