Nitish Kumar Reddy's maiden century during the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground earned him recognition and made his father proud. He reached the milestone with a gritty 103 not out, partnering with Washington Sundar in a 127-run stand. Reddy emphasized his determination that kept him going despite challenges, marking his debut series with impressive performances.
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