Sunil Gavaskar praises Nitish Kumar Reddy's impact for India in ODIs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Sunil Gavaskar commended Nitish Kumar Reddy for his pivotal performance in India's ODI against Afghanistan on June 16, 2026. Reddy took 2 wickets including that of Rahmanullah Gurbaz with a key yorker, helping to bowl Afghanistan out for 194 runs. India's strong response led to a seven-wicket victory. Gavaskar emphasized Reddy's tactical advantage for the team, highlighting his all-round capability as a significant asset. Reddy's development in bowling complements his batting, reinforcing his value in the ODI setup.
- •Nitish Kumar Reddy took 2 for 31 in the ODI match.
- •Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 102 runs for Afghanistan.
- •India bowled Afghanistan out for 194 runs.
- •India won the match by seven wickets.
- •Reddy's contributions enhance India's options in future matches.
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"Nitish Kumar Reddy's impressive bowling, particularly a match-turning yorker to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz, has earned high praise from Sunil Gavaskar. The all-rounder's developing bowling prowess and batting ability offer significant tactical flexibility to the Indian ODI team, making him a valuable asset. His recent IPL success further solidifies his all-round credentials.
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