Karun Nair: News
Indian cricketer Karun Nair's cricketing journey is full of peaks and troughs. From being only the second triple-centurion ever for India to being banished from the team owing to poor form since 2017, Nair went through it all in his international career. Born in Jodhpur, he grew up in Karnataka. His debut for Karnataka was in a match against Goa in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2012. He made his first-class debut a year later in 2013 against Punjab. Nair's first Ranji season was very impressive as he scored three consecutive centuries and proved to be an important part of Karnataka's title-winning campaign. In the subsequent season, he scored his first triple-century in first-class cricket. Nair's sizzling form in the domestic circuit and India A earned him a national team call-up in 2015. But he wasn't given a chance to make his debut then. His international debut came in 2016 in an ODI against Zimbabwe. In the same year, he made his Test debut as well against England. In the third and final Test of the series, he scored 303* and became only the third player to convert their maiden century to a triple ton.
'Silence of not being...': Karun Nair writes cryptic message
Karun Nair, the Indian batter who recently returned to Test cricket before being dropped, continues his bid for another comeback.
Ranji Trophy 2025-26: Presenting the top players after Round 5
The fifth round of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season has concluded.
Ranji Trophy 2025-26: Presenting the top teams after Round 5
The fifth round of the Ranji Trophy Elite 2025-26 season has concluded.
Karun Nair slams his 39th half-century in First-Class cricket: Stats
Karun Nair produced another knock of substance for Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season.
Ranji Trophy 2025-26, Round four: Players to watch out for
The Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season sees its 4th round start on November 8.
Karun Nair slams double-century in Ranji Trophy: Decoding his stats
Karun Nair scored a brilliant double-century against Kerala in a crucial Ranji Trophy match being held at KCA Cricket Ground, Mangalapuram, Trivandrum.
Karun Nair slams his 26th First-Class century, completes 9,000 runs
Karnataka's Karun Nair has added another feather to his cap by scoring his 26th First-Class century.
'I deserved better': Karun Nair disappointed over Test snub
Karnataka cricketer Karun Nair has expressed his disappointment at being left out of the Indian Test team.
Karun Nair slams century in Ranji Trophy after Test snub
Karun Nair, the 33-year-old batter, has made a strong case for his return to the Indian Test team.
Devdutt Padikkal hammers his 19th fifty in First-Class cricket: Stats
The opening day of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season saw a stellar performance from Karnataka against Saurashtra.
Karun Nair slams Ranji Trophy half-century after Test snub: Stats
The opening day of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season saw a stellar performance from Karnataka against Saurashtra.
Devdutt Padikkal suffers twin failures against Australia A: Key stats
Devdutt Padikkal couldn't celebrate his return to the Team India Test squad.
Is Karun Nair's Test journey over? Here are the details
India announced their squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against West Indies.
Will Karun Nair play another Test for Team India?
Karun Nair's absence from the recently announced India A squad for two unofficial four-day matches against Australia A has raised eyebrows.
Ravikumar Samarth to replace Karun Nair at Vidarbha: Know details
Ravikumar Samarth, a seasoned Karnataka batsman, is likely to join Vidarbha for the upcoming domestic season.
Can Abhimanyu Easwaran relish Test dream? Sourav Ganguly opines
Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly has backed Abhimanyu Easwaran to fill the No. 3 spot in the national squad.
'He assured him': Abhimanyu Easwaran's father reveals Gautam Gambhir's promise
Abhimanyu Easwaran's father, Ranganathan Easwaran, has revealed that Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has promised his son a chance in the playing XI.
India seal dramatic win over England at The Oval: Takeaways
India beat England in the 5th and final Test at The Oval on August 3.
Oval Test, Karun Nair registers 57-run knock versus England: Stats
Indian batter Karun Nair was dismissed early on Day 2 of the 5th Test versus England at The Oval.
Will rain affect Day 2 of England-India Oval Test?
The second day of the ongoing fifth and final Test match between India and England at The Oval in London could be affected by rain.
Will Chris Woakes feature in remainder of Oval Test?
England's fast-bowling all-rounder Chris Woakes suffered a shoulder injury during the opening day of the fifth and final Test match against India at The Oval.
Here's why Jasprit Bumrah didn't feature in Oval Test
India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has explained the rationale behind leaving out star pacer Jasprit Bumrah from the fifth and final Test of the series against England at The Oval.
Team India manages 204/6 on Day 1 at The Oval
India scored 204/6 on Day 1 of the 5th Test versus England at The Oval.
Karun Nair set to play for Karnataka again: Details here
Indian batter Karun Nair, who is currently away on the England tour, is set to return to his home side of Karnataka for the 2025-26 domestic season.
Vasuki Koushik signs with Goa; Karnataka re-sign Karun Nair
Karnataka's 32-year-old right-arm pacer Vasuki Koushik has signed with Goa for the upcoming season.
Manchester Test: Who should bat at three for India?
Team India is in a tight spot, trailing 1-2 in the five-match Test series against England.
'Huge lapse in concentration...': Ravi Shastri highlights Karun Nair's dismissal
Former Team India head coach Ravi Shastri highlighted Karun Nair's dismissal in the second innings of the recently-concluded Lord's Test against England.
Will Karun Nair get another Test cap? Decoding stats
Karun Nair is facing an uncertain future in Test cricket after a string of poor performances in the ongoing series against England.
Lord's Test, Day 4: India are 58/4 in 193-run chase
India are in a spot of bother, ending Day 4 at 58/4 in a chase of 193 runs versus England in the 3rd Test at Lord's.
Ben Stokes traps Karun Nair for 2nd time (Tests): Stats
Indian batter Karun Nair has once again come under the scanner after failing to convert his start in the third Test against England at Lord's.
Lord's Test, Day 2: India are 145/3 after England's 387
The third Test match between India and England at Lord's, London, saw the visitors get to 145/3 at stumps on Day 2.
Joe Root now owns the most outfield catches in Tests
Joe Root added another feather to his illustrious Test cap, but this time it's in fielding.
India conquer Edgbaston, seal historic Test win: Key takeaways
India leveled the five-match series after beating England in the 2nd Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Aakash Chopra rules out Shreyas Iyer's inclusion in Test squad
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has ruled out the possibility of Shreyas Iyer being included in India's Test squad anytime soon.
Karun Nair eyes 8,500 runs in First-Class cricket: Key stats
India's Karun Nair is set to complete 8,500 runs in First-Class cricket.
Headingley Test, Day 2: England manage 209/3 after India's 471
Day 2 of the first Test match at Headingley between England and India, saw the hosts finish in 209/3 at stumps.
Headingley Test: Ben Stokes, Josh Tongue claim four-fers vs India
India were folded for 471 in the 1st innings shortly after lunch on Day 2 in the first Test against England at Headingley.
Karun Nair dismissed for 4-ball duck on Test return
Indian cricketer Karun Nair made his return to Test cricket after a gap of more than 8 years. He is playing his first match in the format since 2017 during India's first Test against England.
Sai Sudharsan makes much-anticipated Test debut: Presenting his First-Class stats
The much-awaited five-match Test series between England and India has kicked off at the iconic Headingley Stadium in Leeds.
1st Test: Sudharsan handed debut as England elect to bowl
The highly-anticipated five-match Test series between hosts England and India is finally underway at the iconic Headingley Stadium in Leeds.
A 'prominent Indian cricketer' asked me to retire: Karun Nair
Karun Nair, who is set to return to Test cricket after seven years, has revealed that a 'prominent Indian cricketer' once advised him to retire and pursue financial security through T20 leagues.
England vs India: Gautam Gambhir hails Karun Nair's 'never-die attitude'
Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, has welcomed several new faces, including Karun Nair, Sai Sudharsan, and Arshdeep Singh into the squad for India's upcoming five-match Test series against England.
Key takeaways from England Lions vs India A unofficial Tests
The recently concluded two-match unofficial Test series between England Lions and India A served as a preparatory platform for the upcoming England-India Test series.
Decoding Team India's top order options ahead of England Tests
Finalizing the top order would be among Team India's key concerns ahead of the upcoming five-Test series against hosts England, starting June 20.
Will Abhimanyu Easwaran get a chance in England-India Test series?
India A ended Day 3 of the second unofficial Test against England Lions with a strong lead of 184 runs at County Ground, Northampton.
KL Rahul hammers ton against England Lions: Key stats
KL Rahul showed his presence with the bat for India A versus England Lions on Day 1 of the 2nd unofficial Test between the two sides.
Karun Nair's inclusion would inspire young cricketers: Gautam Gambhir
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has thrown his weight behind Karun Nair ahead of the upcoming five-match Test series against England.
Where should Karun Nair bat in India-England Test series?
Karun Nair's brilliant double-hundred in the ongoing unofficial Test between India A and England Lions in Canterbury has bolstered his chances of selection for the first Test against England.
Karun Nair slams double-century versus England Lions: Key stats
Karun Nair has converted his century to a double-century in the ongoing unofficial Test between India A and England Lions in Canterbury.
Dhruv Jurel shines with 94-run knock versus England Lions: Stats
Dhruv Jurel, who is a part of India's Test squad for the upcoming 5-match series against England, presented his case with a solid 94-run knock for India A against England Lions.