Karun Nair is in the form of his life, delivering jaw-dropping performances in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. The 33-year-old right-handed batter has amassed an incredible 752 runs in seven innings at an astounding average of 752 and a strike rate of 125.96.
His highest score, an unbeaten 163, headlines a campaign that includes five centuries and one half-century.
Nair, who last represented India in six Tests and two ODIs, famously scored an unbeaten 303 against England in his third Test but has since been sidelined.
Now, in pursuit of redemption, he has not only dominated the domestic circuit but also earned high praise from cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar.
“Scoring 752 runs in 7 innings with 5 centuries is nothing short of extraordinary, @karun126. Performances like these don’t just happen; they come from immense focus and hard work. Keep going strong and make every opportunity count!” Tendulkar wrote in a post on X.
Karun’s remarkable run has made him the leading scorer in the tournament, far ahead of the next best, Karnataka skipper Mayank Agarwal, who has accumulated 619 runs at an average of 103.16 in nine innings.
Agarwal’s campaign includes four centuries, a highest score of an unbeaten 139, and one half-century.
Having switched allegiances from Karnataka to Vidarbha ahead of the 2023-24 domestic season, Karun will face his former state team in the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25.
The clash has captivated cricket fans, promising a thrilling showdown between two in-form teams and players with a lot on the line.
As Nair continues to rewrite records, his journey underscores the power of focus, resilience, and hard work, signaling his readiness for a potential comeback to the national stage.