Nitish Kumar Reddy continued to impress with his batting prowess, notching a magnificent fifty in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The talented all-rounder played a crucial role in rescuing India from a precarious situation, forging a vital partnership with Washington Sundar. Reddy's stoic batting and determination helped steady the Indian innings, showcasing his growing maturity as a cricketer.

Nitish's stylish batting was rewarded with a well-deserved half-century, which he brought up with a fearless boundary off the formidable Mitchell Starc.

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As he celebrated this milestone, Reddy paid a charming tribute to Telugu Cinema Superstar Allu Arjun, recreating the iconic "Pushpa" pose from the popular movie, showcasing his fun-loving and lighthearted personality.

Mitchell Starc, bowling from over the wicket, erred with a loose full-length delivery that strayed far outside the off stump. Nitish Kumar Reddy seized the opportunity, unleashing a majestic lofted drive off his front foot that soared over the off-side field. The ball sped to the boundary, marking a milestone moment for Reddy as he notched his maiden Test half-century.

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Resuming their innings at 164 out of 5, India's batsmen Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja put up stubborn resistance against the might of the Australian team around such hopelessness.

But their resistance was short-lived, as they fell in successive bursts, leaving India precariously placed. It was at that moment when Nitish Kumar Reddy joined partner Washington Sundar, who staged an admirable recovery act and the visiting team importantly regained its footing.