Nitish Kumar Reddy Impresses in T20I Victory

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has praised the Indian team's decision to include young allrounder Nitish Kumar Reddy alongside established player Hardik Pandya in the T20I series against Bangladesh. Reddy showcased his talent in the second T20I, scoring 74 off 34 balls and taking 2 wickets for 23 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. Chopra noted that Reddy has been fast-tracked into the squad, batting at No. 4 and being entrusted with significant bowling responsibilities, indicating the team's desire to groom him as a complementary allrounder to Pandya. While acknowledging Reddy's impressive batting, Chopra emphasized the need for him to improve his bowling skills. Reddy's performance in the IPL and the T20I series highlights his potential, making him a key prospect for India's future. The team management's strategy appears aimed at developing Reddy to stand shoulder to shoulder with Pandya in the allrounder role.