India secured a comfortable 7-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first T20I after having already won the Test series 2-0. Two debutants, Mayank Yadav from Lucknow Super Giants and Nitish Kumar Reddy from Sunrisers Hyderabad, made their first appearance for India in the match.
After winning the toss, captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to bowl, and the Indian bowlers did not disappoint. Bangladesh was bowled out for 127 with one ball remaining. Among the standout performers, Varun Chakravarthy and Arshdeep Singh took three wickets each, with Arshdeep’s 3-for-14 earning him the Man of the Match title.
Debutants Share Their Emotions
After the match, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video of the debutants, Mayank Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy, talking about the significance of their debuts.
Mayank, who has recently recovered from an injury, expressed his excitement and nervousness, recalling how he had been dreaming of this moment for months.
The feeling of making a Debut 🧢 for #TeamIndia, in the words of Mayank Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy! 🙌
— BCCI (@BCCI) October 7, 2024
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P.S – Do not miss their dressing room speeches 😎
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“It’s a great moment to play for India, especially after my injury. I was nervous but kept reminding myself to stay calm. When I heard I’d be playing, memories of the past four months flashed before my eyes,” Yadav said.
Nitish Kumar Reddy echoed similar sentiments, stating that playing for the Indian team was a dream come true and a proud moment for him and his family.
Rising Stars in Indian Cricket
Both Mayank Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy have been making waves in Indian cricket, especially during the IPL 2024 season. Yadav, despite playing just four matches, became the fastest bowler for India, clocking a speed of 156.7 kmph for Lucknow Super Giants.
Reddy, an all-rounder, was named Emerging Player of the Season for his impressive performances with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Though Reddy has been part of the national T20I squad for some time, injuries have hindered his progress. However, both players are expected to play key roles for India in the future as they continue to grow in their careers.
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