Christchurch, Oct. 25 -- Nitish Kumar Reddy was instrumental to India's success in the second T20I in Christchurch.
His 26 not out off 13 was a useful cameo in the death overs of a stiff chase, that saw India overcome New Zealand by four wickets.
Partnering him was India's middle-order batter Tilak Varma, who remained unbeaten on 51 off 26. But Nitish had also contributed earlier, as a medium pace bowler, getting the important wicket of Bevon Jacobs, who had struck a fluent 58 in the game.
It is in this all-rounder's role that Nitish interests the team management, as they seek to developa strong squad ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.
After India's win, Nitish was asked if he was ready to continue chipping in as an all-rounder a...