IND vs BAN: Nitish Reddy Breaks Rohit Sharma ‘s Massive Six-Hitting Record

In a stellar performance, 21-year-old Nitish Reddy made a lasting impression in only his second T20 International, helping India claim a comfortable win over Bangladesh in the second T20I on October 9 in Delhi.

Nitish Reddy’s performance was nothing short of remarkable. He was the key player in India’s thumping victory, earning the Player of the Match award. With a sensational 74 off just 34 balls, including four boundaries and seven massive sixes, Reddy shattered a longstanding record.

His seven sixes are now the most by any player in an India vs. Bangladesh T20I, surpassing the previous mark held by Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma, who had each struck six sixes in their respective matches.

Top Players with Most Sixes in India vs Bangladesh T20Is:

• Nitish Reddy: 7 (2024)
• Rohit Sharma: 6 (2019)
• Tilak Varma: 6 (2023)
• Rohit Sharma: 5 (2018)
• Shreyas Iyer: 5 (2019)

Reddy’s powerful hitting not only broke Rohit’s record but also helped him achieve his maiden T20I half-century. At just 21 years and 136 days old, he became the fourth youngest Indian to score a fifty in the format.

A New Milestone in Indian Cricket

What made Nitish Reddy’s performance even more special was his all-round contribution. Alongside his blistering half-century, he also took two wickets, making him the first Indian player to score 70+ runs and claim two wickets in a single T20I match.

With such a brilliant display, Reddy’s rise could pose a tough decision for Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of the 2025 IPL season. Having played for SRH in the 2024 season, his new status as a capped Indian player might impact his retention during the IPL 2025 mega auction.