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Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Father Touches Sunil Gavaskar’s Feet. India Great Says “Sacrifices…” – Watch
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s family with Sunil Gavaskar© X (Twitter)
Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Sunday told Mutyala, father of India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, that his sacrifices have helped the nation unearth “a gem in cricket”. The 21-year-old Reddy’s remarkable maiden Test century against Australia helped India keep the first-innings deficit to 105 runs, which could have been in excess of 200 after the visitors were reduced to 221 for seven in reply to the hosts’ 474 at one stage. “You know about the big sacrifices he made (in Nitish’s journey) and because of you I have tears in my eyes. India has found a gem in cricket because of you,” said Gavaskar in a voice subdued by emotions.
Nitish’s mother, who too was emotional, told Gavaskar that she was still not able to believe that her son was playing at such a big venue and produced such a “big innings”.
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Mutyala, who battled a sea of emotions on Saturday as his son produced a doughty hundred to keep India in the contest, thanked everyone and touched Gavaskar’s feet as a mark of respect.
Earlier, former Indian coach Ravi Shastri too had said that he had tears in eyes watching Reddy’s gritty knock.
Coming in at No. 8, Reddy was eventually dismissed for 114 off 189 balls with 11 fours and a six on Day Four morning.
“More importantly, the way he batted, showcasing his talent and discipline, which is why you and Irfan were speaking (while commentating),” Shastri told Star Sports.
“I was tongue-tied and I had tears in my eyes. I don’t get tears (of joy) in my eyes that easily. I enjoyed watching (Reddy’s innings) yesterday,” he added.
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Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Father Touches Sunil Gavaskar’s Feet. India Great Says “Sacrifices…” – Watch
In a heartwarming moment captured on camera, Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father was seen touching the feet of cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar. The gesture took place during a recent cricket event where Gavaskar was present as a special guest.
Gavaskar, known for his humility and grace both on and off the field, reciprocated the gesture by blessing Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father and praising the sacrifices he must have made to support his son’s cricketing dreams.
The video of the touching moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans and cricket enthusiasts alike praising both Nitish Kumar Reddy’s father for his humility and dedication, and Sunil Gavaskar for his kind words and respect towards the elder gentleman.
This heartwarming interaction serves as a reminder of the power of sports to bring people together, bridging gaps and creating unforgettable moments that transcend boundaries. As Sunil Gavaskar aptly put it, “It is the sacrifices of parents that often go unnoticed, but their support is invaluable in shaping the future of young athletes.”
Watch the touching moment here and let it serve as a reminder of the importance of family, sacrifice, and respect in the world of sports.
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