Nitish Kumar Reddy drops brutal assessment of Gautam Gambhir

Nitish Kumar Reddy has opened up about the coaching staff of the Indian cricket team featuring Gautam Gambhir, Morne Morkel, Abhishek Nayar, and Ryan ten Doeschate ahead of the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Australia.

The young Indian all-rounder said that Gautam Gambhir and his assistants are really welcoming and supportive, as he is carving his place in the Indian cricket team under the precious guidance of the head coach and the entire support staff.

As a young player stepping up to the senior team, the transition can often be daunting—moving from the comfort level at domestic cricket to highly competitive international cricket, but Nitish Kumar Reddy's experience has been nothing short of inspiring so far.

Nitish Kumar Reddy hails Gautam Gambhir’s support ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

Gautam Gambhir, known for his bold leadership and fierce mentality on the field, is proving to be a transformative influence on emerging talents like Reddy in the Indian squad. He said that his transition has been made smoother with Gambhir’s welcoming and empowering approach.

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Nitish Kumar Reddy was quoted as saying by Revsportz: “To be honest, they are very good and welcoming. Going at a senior team and as a youngster, it can sometimes feel like you don’t know the seniors; how they react, how they behave, and everything.”

The Indian all-rounder, who is likely to make his Test debut on the Australia tour, said that Gautam Gambhir has created an environment where young cricketers feel valued and, most importantly, trusted to express themselves on the field naturally and aggressively. Reddy's remarks came after Gambhir openly defended his selections for the Australia tour.

He suggested to me that I can play aggressively: Reddy on Gambhir

Reddy added, “It can be a totally different culture from what we experience in state cricket. Gautam sir was very welcoming. He gives me and other players the freedom, the license to play naturally.”

Nitish Kumar Reddy revealed that Gautam Gambhir has allowed him to aggressively, take on challenges with a fearless approach, and it proved a game-changer for the all-rounder. He also hailed the Indian coach for offering a lot of freedom to the players, especially newcomers.

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The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) sensation added, “He suggested to me that I can play aggressively. And that’s what I did; it really helped me a lot. A lot of other points as well, which he mentioned to me, and I’m working on that. They have been really helpful for me.”

Nitish Kumar Reddy ready to give 110% for India in Australia

The youngster is determined to give his best for the Indian cricket team in the upcoming five-match Test series against Australia in Australia. He is ready to contribute in any way possible—whether it’s through his skills as a fielder, taking on the 12th-man role, or playing in the XI.

Reddy signed off by saying, “I am ready to give my 100, 110% for the Indian team. The BCCI has chosen me, and I have to respond accordingly. As an all-rounder, I have both the skillsets, and I want to give my 110%, in whichever way I can help them. If I’m playing, I will be trying to give my maximum effort. It’s a crucial Test series for India. It will be a very, very crucial series for me as well.”