Karun Nair has become a huge talking point in the cricketing world, particularly following his sensational performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The middle-order batsman has been incredible for the Vidarbha cricket team, proving just how reliable a player he can be for the teams he plays for. His performances in the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy highlight his consistent ability to score runs under pressure and his potential to represent India on the international stage. This article talks about Karun Nair’s stats in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024/25 season.
Sr. No. | Date | Opponent | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
1 | 23/12/2024 | Jammu and Kashmir | 112 | 108 | 103.70 |
2 | 26/12/204 | Chhattisgarh | 44 | 52 | 84.62 |
3 | 28/12/2024 | Chandigarh | 163 | 107 | 152.34 |
4 | 31/12/2024 | Tamil Nadu | 111 | 103 | 107.77 |
5 | 03/01/2025 | Uttar Pradesh | 112 | 101 | 110.89 |
6 | 12/01/2025 | Rajasthan | 122 | 82 | 148.78 |
7 | 16/01/2025 | Maharashtra | 88 | 44 | 200.00 |
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Karun Nair is the captain of the Vidarbha cricket team in the 2024/25 season of the Vijay Hazare. He has already managed to guide his team to the semi-finals and will hope that he can help them reach the final and clinch the trophy with his team. Vidarbha has played eight matches, and Nair has ended up batting in seven of them. In these seven matches, Karun Nair made 752 runs and got out only just once. This puts his average at a ridiculous 752, which is simply unbelievable and speaks to how consistent Nair has been for the Vidarbha cricket team this season.
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The Indian star has come a long way in his career. From tweeting “Dear cricket, give me one more chance.” in December 2022 to being considered for the Indian squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Nair’s development over the years has been unbelievable. The season he has been having in the Vijay Hazare Trophy is arguably the best domestic showing any player has ever had and it will be incredibly tough for the selectors to ignore his performances when picking the team for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Only time will tell if Karun Nair will end up being a part of the Indian squad which plays this tournament.
If Karun Nair is not selected in the Indian team for the Champions Trophy, then there is no need for domestic cricket.#karunnair#ChampionsTrophy2025pic.twitter.com/YgUfr6rXE0
— RAJASTHANI MAN (@rajasthaniman1) January 16, 2025
Indian fans have a divided opinion as to whether Karun Nair deserves to be a part of the ICC Champions Trophy team. While some people think Nair’s performances in the Vijay Hazare cannot be ignored and he has to be given the chance to perform on the international level, others think that the Indian team already has established stars in the team and they should not change the lineup so late. Some people want Karun Nair to be given opportunities in less important games and not in an international tournament as they first want to test if he would be a good fit for the Indian squad on the international stage.
Karun Nair’s journey in the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy is a testament to his skill, perseverance, and untapped potential. His contributions have played a crucial role in helping Vidarbha win matches, while also garnering attention from selectors and cricket enthusiasts nationwide. As fans reflect on this remarkable season, Nair’s ability to rise to the occasion reaffirms that he is a name to watch in Indian cricket. Whether he continues on this upward trajectory or faces new challenges, one thing remains clear: Karun Nair has firmly established himself as a key player in the fabric of Indian domestic cricket.
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Guransh Machra is a sportswriter at Gutshot Magazine. He covers football news from local leagues like the Indian Super League as well as international leagues like the Premier League. He follows various sports like Football, Cricket, Formula 1, and Tennis. Apart from sports, Guransh is also enthusiastic about reading and gaming.
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