Nitish Reddy's Stunning Bowling Performance Turns Tide for India at Lord's
Nitish Reddy Shines on Day 1 of the Third Test
In a remarkable display of skill, India's all-rounder Nitish Reddy made a significant impact on the first day of the third Test in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy held at Lord's. England appeared to be in a strong position at 39 without loss, with openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley comfortably at the crease. However, Indian captain Shubman Gill's decision to introduce Reddy just after the drinks break proved to be a game-changing move.
Reddy's first over after the break was nothing short of sensational, as he claimed two crucial wickets within just six deliveries. He first dismissed Duckett with a short ball directed down the leg side, which the batsman attempted to glance but ended up gloving it. Rishabh Pant made a sharp catch to his right, and the umpire had no hesitation in declaring Duckett out. Duckett's innings concluded at 23 runs off 40 balls.
Just three balls later, Reddy struck again, this time sending Crawley back to the pavilion. The opener attempted a drive outside off, but the ball edged through to Pant, who made no mistake. Crawley was dismissed for 18 runs from 43 balls. In a matter of moments, England's commanding position shifted dramatically, leaving them in a precarious situation as they lost both openers, energizing the Indian side.
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Reddy's extraordinary performance not only secured the breakthroughs India desperately needed but also shifted the game's momentum in their favor. This bold decision by captain Shubman Gill is sure to be a topic of discussion among fans. For Reddy, it marked a dream debut in Test cricket at the historic Lord's.