Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Fiery Send-Off to Zak Crawley Shakes Lord’s
There was tension in the air at Lord’s on Day 4 of the third Test between India and England — and all eyes were fixed on one key player: Zak Crawley. The England opener had stirred up controversy the previous day after a heated exchange with Indian captain Shubman Gill. That moment set the stage for what was to become a dramatic turning point in the match, delivered in style by none other than young Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy.
The drama unfolded early in the England second innings. Crawley, already under the microscope, appeared unsettled at the crease. India had just begun ramping up pressure with relentless bowling spells from Bumrah and Siraj, but it was Nitish Kumar Reddy who struck the decisive blow. In just his second over, he enticed Crawley into an uppish drive outside off stump — and Yashasvi Jaiswal, stationed at gully, made no mistake. The catch was taken, and the roar that followed wasn’t just from the crowd — it was from Reddy himself.
In a moment that’s since gone viral across social media, Reddy let out a loud, emotional send-off right in Crawley's face — a response both raw and symbolic. This wasn’t just about a wicket. It was a culmination of built-up tension, of a brewing rivalry, and perhaps, of Reddy announcing his arrival on the world stage. Crawley, visibly frustrated and deflated, didn’t respond. He just walked off, his head down, the Lord’s crowd murmuring in reaction.
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Reddy’s breakthrough was critical — not just because it removed an experienced batter early, but because it shifted momentum clearly in India’s favor. It was the third England wicket to fall that morning, and it came after earlier dismissals of Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope. The Indian bowlers were firing on all cylinders, and England’s top order was crumbling.
It was a textbook execution from Reddy: aggressive intent, strategic placement, and controlled pace. And while the dismissal itself was impressive, it’s the aftermath that captured attention — a young Indian cricketer confidently delivering a bold statement at the home of cricket.
What makes the moment even more memorable is the context. Crawley had been clapped at sarcastically earlier in the day by Indian fielders, a clear indication of the bad blood that had spilled over from the Day 3 spat. When he finally fell, it felt inevitable. But no one quite expected such a passionate and theatrical send-off from the usually composed Reddy.
This incident will undoubtedly be talked about for years, not just as part of a fiercely competitive Test series, but as a highlight in Nitish Kumar Reddy’s rising career. His celebration wasn’t just emotional — it was iconic.
And with this performance, Reddy didn’t just dismiss Crawley. He etched his name into the ongoing saga of England vs India — a rivalry that just found its latest flashpoint.
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