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Akash Deep Saves Boundary But Australia Still Get 4 Runs During 3rd Test - Video Goes Viral

A rare action took place on Day 2 of the India vs Australia third Test match at The Gabba, Brisbane. In the 95th over of Australia's batting on Sunday, the pair of Pat Cummins and Alex Carey ran four runs in one go. It happened when Cummins drove Nitish Reddy's third ball of the over beautifully through extra cover. Akash Deep chased the ball and managed to stop it. However, before the ball could be thrown back, the duo of Cummins and Carey ran four.

Watch: Virat Kohli's 'Silence' Celebration After Marnus Labuschagne's Dismissal Is Viral

Full of life and energy, Virat Kohli looked his usual self as he grabbed some fine catches in the slips on Day 2 of the third Test between India and Australia. It was Jasprit Bumrah who set the tone in the first session on Sunday, bagging the wickets of Usman Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney, before Nitish Reddy sent Marnus Labuschagne packing. Labuschagne ended up putting the ball into Kohli's hands after trying to drive an 8th stump delivery. The India star's celebration said the rest.

Sanjay Manjrekar Labels This India Star 'Rare Batting Talent', But Provides Case Where He May Be Dropped

Cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar sees a "rare batting talent" in young Nitish Kumar Reddy. But he dropped a subtle hint about the dilemma regarding his place in the playing XI by suggesting the need for the Indian team to make its bowling attack sharper. The 21-year-old could arguably be the find of the series for India just after the first two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series in Australia. When Indian batting stalwarts stood clueless in Perth and Adelaide, Nitish stole the limelight with a barrage of aggressive strokes, establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with.

On India's Poor Show In Adelaide Pink-Ball Test, Cheteshwar Pujara's Blunt "Inexperience" Verdict

Veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara slammed the Indian bowling attack for failing to bowl short-pitched deliveries to Travis Head and giving him too much room on his favourite offside, as the left-hander hit a blistering 140 off 141 balls to put Australia firmly in the driver's seat in the pink ball Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. After taking a commanding 157-run first-innings lead, Australia reduced India to 128/5 in their second essay on day two, with Rishabh Pant and rookie all-rounder Nitish Reddy at the crease as India trailed by 29 runs at stumps.

Sunil Gavaskar Left Stunned By India Star's Reverse Scoop Against Australia: "Fearlessness..."

Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar was left stunned by Nitish Reddy's reverse scoop during Day 1 of the pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide on Friday. In the 42nd over of the Indian innings, Scott Boland bowled a length delivery just outside the off-stump and Nitish decided to try out an unorthodox approach against the ball. He assumed the stance quite quickly and scooped the ball over the slip fielders for a six. It was one of the longest parts of the ground and the shot even left Jasprit Bumrah amused on the non-striker end. During an analysis on Star Sports, Gavaskar was all praise for the youngster and said that his approach shows the "fearlessness of youth" even in Test cricket.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Stunned Reaction As Nitish Kumar Reddy Hits Reverse-Ramp Six

Nitish Kumar Reddy was on the charge for India on Day 1 of the 1st Test against Australia in Adelaide. With India reeling at 141/8, Nitish took it upon himself to take his side close to the 200-run mark. He targetted Australia pacer Scott Boland late in the second session, and even reverse-ramped him for a six. On the second ball of the 42 over, Boland fired a delivery which would have gone on to hit the top of off. However, Reddy shuffled and reverse-ramped the ball over third man.

India Star Shares Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Picture He Clicked Without Telling Them. Reason Is...

Nitish Reddy shared his journey from a young cricket enthusiast dreaming of playing alongside Virat Kohli to making his Test debut for India. The all-rounder reminisced about his childhood when he would calculate his age to ensure he had enough time to play with Kohli before his retirement. Reddy's dream turned into reality when he received his maiden Test cap from Kohli ahead of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The 21-year-old, who grew up idolizing Kohli, expressed his admiration and excitement about playing with his hero.

"Saw My Father Crying": Nitish Kumar Reddy Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Cricketing Turnaround

In his own words, he was not "serious" about cricket in his early days. But everything changed for Nitish Reddy when he saw tears rolling down his father's face owing to their financial struggles. It was a transformative moment for the young all-rounder who vowed to work harder and achieve success in the game, which culminated in a fine debut for India in the first Test against Australia at Perth. Reddy produced an impressive show, scoring 41 and 38 runs in the two innings against the likes of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood at Optus Stadium. He also claimed a wicket as India registered a massive 295-run win.

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Akash Deep Saves Boundary But Australia Still Get 4 Runs During 3rd Test - Video Goes Viral

Watch: Virat Kohli's 'Silence' Celebration After Marnus Labuschagne's Dismissal Is Viral

Sanjay Manjrekar Labels This India Star 'Rare Batting Talent', But Provides Case Where He May Be Dropped

On India's Poor Show In Adelaide Pink-Ball Test, Cheteshwar Pujara's Blunt "Inexperience" Verdict

Sunil Gavaskar Left Stunned By India Star's Reverse Scoop Against Australia: "Fearlessness..."

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Stunned Reaction As Nitish Kumar Reddy Hits Reverse-Ramp Six

India Star Shares Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Picture He Clicked Without Telling Them. Reason Is...

"Saw My Father Crying": Nitish Kumar Reddy Recalls Financial Struggles Behind Cricketing Turnaround