Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble was left impressed with the style Nitish Kumar Reddy carried out on the opening day of the third Check between England and India, and believed that the Indian group administration should present religion within the all-rounder’s talents.
Kumble lauded Reddy’s 14-over outing on the primary day of the present recreation. He admired the unwavering management Reddy displayed with the ball.
“I believed he did fairly nicely in Australia — bought 100 with the bat and bowled decently even when he didn’t take many wickets. What you want from somebody like him is to interrupt partnerships and provides the quick bowlers a breather whereas nonetheless sustaining management. He bowled almost 14 overs in a spell — that reveals health and management. He’s younger, he’s a succesful batter with a century underneath his belt, and he’s a pointy fielder. India ought to stick with him and keep away from the temptation to cut and alter,” said Kumble whereas talking on JioHotstar.
He persistently hit the precise areas: Kumble on Reddy
After he was achieved complimenting Reddy’s bowling, the previous Indian head coach praised the likes of Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah for maintaining the Shubman Gill-led outfit within the recreation.
“I used to be shocked at how nicely Nitish Kumar Reddy bowled. He persistently hit the precise areas. That brief ball down leg aspect was a present, however in any other case, he was disciplined. His supply to Zak Crawley was a magnificence. Typically, once you’re off form, issues don’t go your means — and Crawley discovered that out. Dhruv Jurel’s catch was excellent. Jadeja was probing that line earlier than Tea, and he struck first ball after Tea . After which, in fact, you’ll be able to’t hold Jasprit Bumrah out of the sport. He bowled fantastically and picked up an important wicket. It’s exhausting to think about an innings the place Bumrah does not have a say,” added Kumble.
The hosts ended the day on 251/4 after opting to bat first. As many as two of the 4 wickets which India managed to choose up was courtesy of Reddy, who struck twice in his first over to do away with Ben Duckett (23 off 40) and Zak Crawley (18 off 43).
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