Karun Nair Makes Test Comeback

After waiting patiently for nearly 3,000 days, Karun Nair is back in the spotlight with his selection in India’s Test squad for the England tour starting June 20, 2025. The right-handed batsman’s return is a story of grit and perseverance, capturing the imagination of the entire Cricket Army.

A Viral Plea That Touched Hearts

In December 2022, Karun Nair posted a simple yet powerful message on X (formerly Twitter): “Dear cricket, give me one more chance.” This tweet resurfaced after the squad announcement, quickly going viral with fans praising his unwavering commitment. The heartfelt plea resonates deeply as it symbolizes his long journey back to the international arena.

From Triple Century to Triumphant Return

Nair first stunned the cricket world with a historic triple century against England in just his third Test in 2016. However, despite this record-breaking performance, his career faced hurdles, with form and fitness challenges sidelining him for years. His last Test appearance was in Dharamsala against Australia in 2017, marking nearly eight years away from the Test stage.

Rebuilding with Domestic Dominance

Rather than giving up, Karun quietly rebuilt his career in domestic cricket. The 2024-25 season saw him emerge as a top performer, scoring 863 runs with four centuries in the Ranji Trophy for Vidarbha, who won the championship. He also dominated the Vijay Hazare Trophy with 779 runs in eight innings, including five centuries. These stats reflect a player ready to seize his second chance.

Fans and Cricket Army Celebrate

The Cricket Army warmly welcomed Nair’s return. One X user applauded, “Hard work pays off. Welcome back, Karun Nair.” Another expressed hope, “Make this one count, we believe in you.” His journey has become an inspiration for many, proving resilience can rewrite destiny.

India Squad for England Tests

• Shubman Gill (captain)
• Rishabh Pant
• Yashasvi Jaiswal
• KL Rahul
• Sai Sudharsan
• Abhimanyu Easwaran
• Karun Nair
• Nitish Reddy
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Dhruv Jurel
• Washington Sundar
• Shardul Thakur
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Mohammed Siraj
• Prasidh Krishna
• Akash Deep
• Arshdeep Singh
• Kuldeep Yadav

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