NEW DELHI: India have a new hero – Nitish Kumar Reddy. The 21-year-old cricketer made history with a defiant maiden century, cheered on by a large contingent of Indian supporters at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Nitish displayed remarkable grit and determination, taking 172 balls to reach the milestone with 10 fours and one six, as he fought to get India back into the fourth Test against Australia.
It was Nitish's resilience, coupled with his love for the game and admiration for Virat Kohli, that helped him overcome financial hurdles and fulfill his dream of playing for Team India.