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'Advised By Hardik..'- Nitish Reddy's Father Reveals Pandya's Influence On His Son's Diet

Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy (Source: @TheYorkerBall/x.com, @manojpehul/x.com)Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy (Source: @TheYorkerBall/x.com, @manojpehul/x.com)

Emerging as one of India’s most promising young cricketers, Nitish Kumar Reddy has found an invaluable mentor in the seasoned all-rounder Hardik Pandya. With Pandya’s guidance on fitness, cricketing techniques, and a diet plan, Nitish is working hard to make a big name on the international stage. 

Nitish’s potential as a all-rounder has not gone unnoticed by selectors, who recently included him in the squad for India’s T20 series against Bangladesh. 

Nitish had to overcome a hernia injury last year that forced him to miss the Zimbabwe tour, sparking concerns about his future. Reflecting on this period, his father shared the uncertainty they faced: “We know how difficult it is for an opportunity to come again,” he told The Indian Express. 

Hardik's Mentorship For Nitish That Goes Beyond Cricket

Hardik Pandya’s support for Nitish is comprehensive, extending from cricketing advice to personal development. According to Mutyala Reddy, father of Nitish Kumar, Hardik has shared detailed dietary recommendations to help him to build the physical resilience needed for the rigors of international cricket. 

“The diet which Nitish is following at the moment has been advised by Hardik. It is almost a similar diet,” his father revealed, emphasizing the depth of Pandya’s mentorship.

For Nitish, Pandya is more than just a mentor; he represents a role model whose own journey from a young, ambitious cricketer to a crucial player in the Indian lineup inspires Nitish to persevere. 

Recap Of Nitish Reddy's All-Round Brilliance In 2nd T20I 

In just his second T20I appearance, Nitish Kumar Reddy delivered a stunning all-around performance that propelled India to a resounding victory over Bangladesh. His explosive 74 off 34 balls, complemented by his two crucial wickets, earned him the well-deserved 'Player of the Match' award. 

Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh initially held the upper hand by reducing India to 41/3. However, Nitish and Rinku Singh built a game-changing 108-run partnership that revitalized India’s innings. Their partnership laid the foundation for a massive total of 221/9, putting immense pressure on the Bangladeshi bowlers.

In their chase, Bangladesh struggled to find momentum as wickets tumbled quickly. While Mahmudullah put up a fight with a gritty 41 off 39 balls, no other batsman managed to stand firm against India’s relentless bowling. Nitish further cemented his impact by claiming two crucial wickets, finishing with figures of 2/23.