In a surprising twist, Karun Nair is back in the limelight after doing well in the current affairs Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. With 664 runs at an average of 664, including five centuries, Nair's impressive form has attracted attention from the Indian selectors as they consider who could be in the national team at a turning point in Test cricket.
A stellar comeback from Karun Nair
Just before the limelight, Nair's resume was not unusual. After struggling to get a place in the Karnataka state team and going months without a match, he decided to join Vidarbha this season. His decision has paid off well, as he has become the tournament's leading scorer, scoring five centuries in just six matches.
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Vidarbha captain Karun Nair has now scored the most 💯s in a season in #VijayHazareTrophyequal to N Jagadeesan (2022-23) five centuries! 😮
📽️ Describe his sensational knock of 122* vs Rajasthan in the quarterfinal 🔥@IDFCFIRSTBank | | @karun126 pic.twitter.com/AvLrUyBgKv
– BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 12, 2025
Nair's performance has led to talk among the selectors about his return to the Indian Test team.
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The interest of selectors amid changes in the Indian team
They are great players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the face of recent achievements, the Indian society is entering a critical phase of change. The selectors are said to be keeping a close eye on Nair's performance as they look for credible central candidates. Nair last played for India in 2017 and was previously celebrated for scoring three centuries for England, making him one of the only Indian players to do so.
Ajit Agarkarhead of the selection committee, says he is particularly impressed with Nair's ability to play well and his all-round batting skills at a crucial time in Indian cricket.
Nair's determination
In a recent successful interview, Nair expressed his determination to make a comeback to the national team. He shared his emotional journey since he tweeted in December 2022, pleading for another chance in cricket. “Dear cricket, give me one more chance,” he wrote, thinking about fighting his desires.
Dear Cricket, give me one more chance.🤞🏽
– Karun Nair (@karun126) December 10, 2022
As he continues to chase and show his potential, Nair remains hopeful that his actions will give him another opportunity to represent India in the international game.