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As the final T20 match between India and England came to an end, the post-match presentation ceremony took center stage. The crowd was still buzzing with excitement after witnessing a sensational performance from Nitish Reddy, who had been awarded the Man of the Series for his all-round brilliance.

Captain MS Dhoni, standing next to Nitish, took the microphone and began his speech, "Firstly, congratulations to the entire team for putting up a splendid performance in this series. It was a hard-fought contest, and I must say England gave us a tough challenge."

"But today, I want to specially mention one player who has truly stood out in this series - Nitish Reddy. What a talent he is! His bowling has been exceptional, and his batting today was nothing short of remarkable. To score a century in just his second T20 match is a tremendous achievement," Dhoni continued, his eyes filled with admiration for the young all-rounder.

Dhoni's praise made Nitish blush, but he stood tall with a smile, listening intently to the captain's words.

"I firmly believe that Nitish is the future of Indian all-rounders. He has the skills, the temperament, and the hunger to succeed at the highest level. The selectors should take note of his performances and consider him seriously for the upcoming World Cup," Dhoni declared, emphasizing the impact Nitish had made in the series.

The crowd erupted in cheers, showing their support for Nitish and agreeing with Dhoni's sentiments. The cricketing fraternity and fans alike had recognized the special talent that Nitish possessed, and they were now eager to see him represent the Indian team on the biggest stage of them all - the ICC T20 World Cup.

As Nitish stepped forward to receive the Man of the Series award, the applause intensified. He was greeted by the match officials, his teammates, and the members of the opposition team who acknowledged his outstanding performances throughout the series.

Sunil Gavaskar, who was part of the post-match presentation panel, also praised Nitish, "Young man, you have been a revelation in this series. Your bowling has been spot-on, and that century the previous match and fifer in two consecutive games was a treat to watch. Keep up the good work, and I'm sure we'll see more of you in the Indian colors."

Danny Morrison chimed in with his enthusiasm, "Absolutely right, Sunny! Nitish, you've got the world at your feet now. Your future looks incredibly bright, and I can't wait to see you perform on the big stage. Keep that fire burning!"

Nitish humbly accepted the award and thanked his teammates, coaches, and his parents for their unwavering support. He acknowledged the crowd's cheers with a wave and a smile, realizing that this was just the beginning of his journey in international cricket.

As the presentation ceremony concluded, discussions and debates about Nitish's inclusion in the World Cup squad started to gain momentum in the cricketing circles. The media was abuzz with headlines praising the young all-rounder's potential and talent. Everyone wanted to see more of Nitish Reddy on the international stage.