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Karun Nair not giving up his dream of playing Tests for India again: 'I wasn't even thinking...'

Karun Nair still dreams of playing Test cricket for India again but does not feel bad on failing to make Men in Blue’s squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Out-of-favour India batter Karun Nair is not giving up his dream of playing Test cricket for the country again and said that he did not have any expectations of making the Men in Blue’s 15-member squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Karun, playing for Vidarbha, had taken the Vijay Hazare Trophy by storm recently after he amassed 779 runs from eight innings at a mind-blowing average of 389.50. ‘Still have dream of playing Test cricket for India’: Karun Karun’s highest score in Tests came against England when he scored an unbeaten 303 in 2016.

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Karun Nair returns to IPL: India comeback is my motivation

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Karun Nair returns to IPL: India comeback is my motivation

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: Nine years ago, Karun Nair was one of the most talked-about names in Indian cricket. Karun Nair is returns to IPL after five years as he was picked for ₹ 50 lakh by Delhi Capitals in the IPL mega-auction Cut to 2025 and Nair is back with the same franchise after being picked for ₹50 lakh in the …

1 week, 1 day ago

'Think I'm closer to India return, but don't know...': Karun Nair sets his agenda straight to impress Ajit Agarkar

Hindustan Times

Karun Nair is all set to play in his first Indian Premier League game in five years. Karun Nair last featured in an IPL game in 2020 Nair has been on a run-scoring spree in domestic cricket. Speaking to reporters in Delhi Capitals' first media interaction before IPL 2025, Nair admitted that his run in domestic cricket definitely put him …

Sunil Gavaskar takes a dig at Rohit Sharma ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 Final: ‘Happy with just scoring 25-30 runs’

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar takes a dig at Rohit Sharma ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 Final: ‘Happy with just scoring 25-30 runs’

Live Mint

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has disagreed with Indian captain Rohit Sharma's style of batting hard in the early overs, regardless of the personal milestone. Sunil Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma's playing style: Speaking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "This is an approach he has been following for the last two years or so. He is an incredibly talented player with …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karun Nair ends mystery over 'Nine' celebration in Ranji Trophy final, responds to India return for England tour

Hindustan Times

Vidarbha batting mainstay Karun Nair, on Saturday, further strengthened his case for an India comeback in the upcoming Test tour of England with a century in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024/25 final against Kerala in Nagpur. Vidarbha's batter Karun Nair scored a century during the fourth day of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final between Kerala and Vidarbha, Nair, one of …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair thrilled with statement ton with national selectors watching

The Hindu

‘Nine’, signed Karun Nair with his hands. After taking the single to complete his century for Vidarbha in the Ranji Trophy final, he took off his helmet, looked towards his dressing room, and signed the number. “I had been talking to one of our throwers that I would show him ‘nine’ if I scored a hundred in this match,” Karun …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ranji final: Karun Nair ton puts Vidarbha in command

Hindustan Times

Nagpur: He fell short of a hundred in the first innings but Karun Nair more than made up for that miss on Saturday that propelled Vidarbha to a position of command with an overall lead of 286 runs at stumps on Day Four of their Ranji Trophy final against Kerala here. Vidarbha's Karun Nair in action against Kerala on Day …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karun Nair's unbeaten 132 puts Vidarbha on course for Ranji Trophy glory

Hindustan Times

Nagpur, : Had things unfolded differently two seasons ago, Karun Nair might have been playing for Kerala. Karun Nair's unbeaten 132 puts Vidarbha on course for Ranji Trophy glory Two seasons later, Nair is leading Vidarbha's charge toward their third Ranji Trophy title. He batted the entire day, crafting an unbeaten 132, his 23rd first-class century and fourth of the …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karun Nair's ice-cold celebration after century in Ranji Trophy final labelled message to 'BCCI selectors'

Hindustan Times

Karun Nair delivered yet another statement knock in the Ranji Trophy final, smashing a sublime century for Vidarbha against Kerala. Karun Nair celebrating his century in the Ranji Trophy final Facing his home state Kerala, Nair played with remarkable poise, reaching his hundred off 184 balls. Watch: Here's how fans reacted: Nair’s dominant run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy already …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

I was determined to make it count in the second innings: Karun

The Hindu

‘Nine’, said Karun Nair through his hands. So after taking the single to complete his century for Vidarabha in the Ranji Trophy final, he took off his helmet, looked towards his dressing room, and made that signal. “I had been talking to one of our throwers and said that I would show him ‘nine’ if I scored a hundred in …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

VID v KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: Karun’s century puts Vidarbha potentially on winner’s seat vs Kerala

The Hindu

Karun Nair loves to bat on and on. A decade later, he has stamped his authority in another Ranji Trophy final. AS IT HAPPENED: Vidarbha vs Kerala, Ranji Trophy Final 2025 Day 4 Highlights This is Karun’s ninth hundred across formats this season. The main reason behind what now looks like Vidarbha’s match-winning first innings total was his fourth-wicket stand …

Karun Nair's Ranji Final 100 celebration goes viral: Message to selectors?

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Karun Nair's Ranji Final 100 celebration goes viral: Message to selectors?

India Today

India and Vidarbha batter Karun Nair dropped a sparky celebration after completing his brilliant century in the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala, prompting speculation on whether his gesture was directed at the India selectors, reminding them of his calibre and current form. Despite his consistent performances, Nair's omission from India’s Champions Trophy squad raised eyebrows, especially after his dominant Vijay …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair hundred sets up thrilling Day 5 in grand finale

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair hundred sets up thrilling Day 5 in grand finale

India Today

The final of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 between Kerala and Vidarbha is currently on a knife-edge. With a day remaining in the summit clash at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur, Vidarbha took a lead of 286 runs with six wickets left in their second innings. Ranji Trophy Final, Vidarbha vs Kerala, Day 4 Highlights Nair got run out for 87 …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

I'm not the right person to ask: Vidarbha hero Karun Nair on national team call-up

India Today

Vidarbha batter Karun Nair sent a strong message to the selection committee with a second innings hundred in the Ranji Trophy final on Saturday, March 1. Speaking at the end of Day 4 of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala, Karun Nair responded to speculation about him getting called back into the national team. “I'd been speaking about it before …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Karun Nair's unbeaten 132 puts Vidarbha in command in Ranji Trophy final against Kerala

New Indian Express

NAGPUR: Karun Nair made the most of a reprieve to pile up an unbeaten 132 and power Vidarbha to a position of command with an overall lead of 286 runs at stumps on Day Four of their Ranji Trophy final here on Saturday. Nair's fourth century of the Ranji Trophy season and ninth overall including five tons in the Vijay …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Offered myself to play for Kerala, but they didn't proceed: Karun Nair

India Today

Vidarbha batter Karun Nair has revealed that he had offered himself to play for Kerala when he was about to leave the Karnataka team. Ranji Trophy 2024 Final updates Karun felt that he was at a stage where he wanted to make a quick call and decided to join Vidarbha instead. Karun Nair says he approached KCA & offered himself …

1 month ago

Danish Malewar scores century, Karun Nair made 86 as Vidarbha in firm position against Kerala in Ranji final

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Danish Malewar scores century, Karun Nair made 86 as Vidarbha in firm position against Kerala in Ranji final Danish Malewar scored a century and Karun Nair made 86 runs as Vidarbha posted 254/4 after Day 1 in the Ranji Trophy final at VCA Stadium in Nagpur. Vidarbha had a shaky start against Kerala in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final. Kerala …

1 month ago

Karun Nair’s redemption arc — from heartbreak to hope, eyeing glory in Ranji Trophy final

The Hindu

Karun Nair has perhaps known the glorious uncertainties of cricket, and life, more than most players. Then he was dropped from all the Karnataka teams in 2022, prompting to write that famous, heart-breaking tweet of his, “Dear cricket, give me one more chance.” Cricket did. Now, the 33-year-old wants to make another statement, that too in the biggest match in …

1 month ago

Karun Nair hopes to continue rich vein of form in final

The Hindu

Karun Nair has perhaps known the glorious uncertainties of cricket, and life, more than most players. Then he was dropped from all the Karnataka teams in 2022, prompting to write that famous, heart-breaking tweet of his, “Dear cricket, give me one more chance.” Cricket did. He even staked a claim for a place in the Indian squad for the Champions …

1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma unlikely to be selected for Tests again, Jasprit Bumrah to lead in England: Report

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Rohit Sharma’s revival as a batter as well as captain in the recently-concluded ODI series against England isn’t likely to keep him in contention for upcoming Test assignments with news agency PTI stating he isn’t likely to be considered for the format going ahead. Jasprit Bumrah is expected to succeed Rohit Sharma as Test captain on a full-time basis starting …

1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma unlikely to be selected for Tests again, Jasprit Bumrah to lead in England: Report

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1 month, 1 week ago

Good to see clear statement from Ajit Agarkar: Karun Nair after Champions Trophy snub

India Today

Vidarbha's Karun Nair responded to national selector Ajit Agarkar's recent comments on why the batter was not considered for India's Champions Trophy squad despite his sensational form in domestic cricket. Karun Nair last played for India way back in 2017 after he was not backed for the long haul despite hitting a triple hundred in his debut Test series against …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karunaratne retires, ICC praises his commitment

Hindustan Times

Dubai, The International Cricket Council on Sunday lavished praise on former Sri Lankan captain and prolific opener Dimuth Karunaratne, who brought the curtains down on his glittering international career along with his 100th Test against Australia in Galle. Karunaratne retires, ICC praises his commitment Karunaratne scored 36 and 14 in his farewell Test as Australia won the match by nine …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair storms to another century, takes Vidarbha to 264/6 on day one against Tamil Nadu

The Hindu

Karun Nair has fully taken to his heart the idiom ‘Make hay while the sun shines’ this season. Having smashed records during the Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring five tons in nine games, the 33-year-old has seamlessly carried the form into First-Class cricket. On Saturday, he scored his second Ranji Trophy century in as many games against Tamil Nadu and the …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karun Nair's 'VVS Laxman' comeback story denied by Agarkar: 'Remember he scored almost 1000 runs being out of the team'

Hindustan Times

Mohammed Siraj's non-selection for the Champions Trophy squad came as a surprise to many. Karun Nair was in scintillating form for Vidarbha in the domestic season However, former India spinner Nikhil Chopra believes Siraj would have always found it tough to make it to the squad, considering Mohammed Shami was making a comeback and the assistance Dubai surface offers to …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka aims to give veteran cricketer Dimuth Karunaratne grand farewell in 2nd test vs Australia

Associated Press

After an embarrassing defeat by an innings and 242 runs in the first test against Australia – Sri Lanka’s worst loss in its history – the hosts are hungry to bounce back in Galle and level the two-match series. Around 2017 I believed I could push towards 10,000 test runs but in recent years we haven’t played enough test cricket, …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka’s Karunaratne to bow out of Tests after ‘fulfilling dream’

The Hindu

Dimuth Karunaratne said he had fulfilled a childhood dream after the Sri Lanka opener announced that his 100th Test, against Australia starting Thursday, will be his last. “As a kid my only dream was to play just one Test match,” Karunaratne, who has scored 7,172 runs in his 99 Tests, said on Wednesday. Taking over the captaincy at a turbulent …

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England: Shubman Gill says there's no 'toxic competition' between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

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India’s vicecaptain Shubman Gill on Tuesday defended their performance in the Test rubber loss in Australia, saying that one poor series does not define a team and that it is unfair to criticise a side after a rare bad outing. PTI India batter Shubman Gill has said that there’s no “toxic competition” between him, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma for …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Former Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Karunaratne to retire after playing 100th Test

The Hindu

Former Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne is set to retire from international cricket after playing his 100th Test, which will be the second and final match against Australia starting in Galle on Thursday. "But as Sri Lanka are playing less Test matches for a year, getting to 10,000 runs seems far away. He would look back at his career as …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

AUS vs SL: Sri Lankan Opener Dimuth Karunaratne Announces Retirement, Will Play Last Test At Galle

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Sri Lanka opener and former skipper Dimuth Karunaratne is set to retire from international cricket after the second Test against Australia in Galle, starting Thursday, which will be his 100th long format game for his country. In his last seven Tests, Karunaratne has accumulated only 182 runs, with his only notable contribution being a single half-century against New Zealand in …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

SL vs AUS: Sri Lanka’s Dimuth Karunaratne to retire after playing his 100th Test

The Hindu

Sri Lanka batter Dimuth Karunaratne has announced that his 100th Test match this week against Australia will also be his final red-ball game. Since his debut, Karunaratne has amassed the most runs by a Sri Lankan opener in Test cricket — 7,079. “It is difficult for a Test player to keep himself motivated when playing just four Tests a year …

Dimuth Karunaratne to retire from international cricket after playing his 100th Test

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dimuth Karunaratne to retire from international cricket after playing his 100th Test

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Dimuth Karunaratne has confirmed that he will retire from international cricket after the second Test against Australia in Galle. Opening up about his retirement, Karunaratne stated that it is difficult for him to stay motivated to play only four Test matches in a year. "Any cricketer’s dream is to play 100 Tests and score 10,000 runs. But as Sri Lanka …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karun Nair's Champions Trophy snub: Shubman Gill says 'continuity' key for India

India Today

India vice-captain Shubman Gill commented on Karun Nair's snub from India's Champions Trophy squad and said that continuity is key for the Indian team. Despite his great form, Karun was overlooked for the Champions Trophy squad and the one for the England series. Speaking at the press conference before the 1st ODI, Gill said that Karun's good form doesn't mean …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

SL vs AUS: Dimuth Karunaratne set to retire after milestone 100th Test in Galle

India Today

Former Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne is set to retire from international cricket following the second Test against Australia in Galle, beginning Thursday. The Galle Test will be Karunaratne's 100th red-ball appearance for the Sri Lanka national men's team. His first Test century came in 2014 against New Zealand, and by 2015, he had established himself as Sri Lanka's top …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun century, Siraj three-wicket haul take Hyderabad vs Vidarbha clash to final day

The Hindu

A patient century from Karun Nair and a three-wicket haul from Mohammed Siraj ensured the final Ranji Trophy Group B fixture between Hyderabad and Vidarbha will trickle into the final day with the game in the balance. Karun’s century and contributions from Atharva Taide and Harsh Dubey ensured the home team fought back from a precarious position to put up …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karun Nair dreams of playing Tests again: Was not thinking about Champions Trophy

India Today

India and Vidarbha batter Karun Nair has opened up about his aspirations of making a return to the Indian Test team after being overlooked for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. But whether it will actually happen is always a question mark in your head," Karun Nair told India Today's sister channel Sports Today. I wasn't even thinking that I'd be …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka’s investment in youngsters pays quick dividends

The Hindu

Investing in the future often entails a long wait, but the gestation period wasn’t too long for Karnataka as the faith reposed in its band of youngsters paid quick dividends. Shrijith and Abhilash Shetty rallied around their veteran skipper Mayank Agarwal to help Karnataka lift a record-equalling fifth Vijay Hazare Trophy crown and end its five-year title drought across formats. …

2 months ago

It was crazy, almost surreal: Karun Nair on record-breaking run

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: Karun Nair has reminded the cricketing world of his hunger for runs with a record-breaking Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign. Before his dismissal for 112 against Uttar Pradesh, Karun Nair had also set a new List A record of scoring 542 runs without being dismissed. Before his dismissal for 112 against Uttar Pradesh, Nair had also set a new …

2 months ago

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25: Smaran’s heroics prove childhood coach Syed Zabiulla’s instincts right

The Hindu

“In the league stage, many will score runs. But the one who scores runs in the knockouts is the king.” R. Smaran would have been reminded of his childhood coach Syed Zabiulla’s counsel from his days in junior cricket when he strode out on the big stage - the Vijay Hazare Trophy knockouts. A ‘very hyper’ and ‘naughty’ kid, as …

2 months ago

Karun Nair's CT snub unlucky, but Suresh Raina worried about two more major absentees: 'No one is even talking about...'

Hindustan Times

When India's Champions Trophy squad was announced on Saturday, the absence of right-handed batter Karun Nair left several cricket pundits surprised, including Harbhajan Singh. However, to be honest, for Nair to get back in contention seven years after he last played for India was always a bridge too far to cross, with former India batter Suresh Raina feeling the same …

2 months, 1 week ago

Karun Nair's dream of India return after eight years washed away by team dynamics

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: Karun Nair scored upwards of 700 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. His dream of donning the Indian jersey again after eight years was dashed by a rigid set of team dynamics When the national selectors led by Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma sat together to pick India's squads for the Champions Trophy and the ODIs against England, …

Harbhajan Singh questions significance of domestic cricket after Karun Nair's snub

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2 months, 1 week ago

Harbhajan Singh questions significance of domestic cricket after Karun Nair's snub

India Today

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has questioned the significance of domestic cricket after the selectors didn’t pick Karun Nair in India’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following his snub, Harbhajan questioned the significance of Indian domestic cricket if the selectors are not going to pick players on the basis of their performance there. Australian Open 2025 Live “Is …

2 months, 1 week ago

'Is there a point playing domestic cricket?': Harbhajan questions selection criteria after Karun Nair's snub

India TV News

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh lambasted the Indian selection committee for not rewarding Karun Nair with a place in the ODI squad after the Vidarbha captain pulled off an all-timer of a season in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with the bat. Nair had the third-best VHT season with the bat for a batter, scoring 779 runs in eight innings at …

2 months, 1 week ago

Karun Nair finishes Vijay Hazare Trophy with average of 389.5 as Karnataka beat Vidarbha by 36 runs to win 5th title

Hindustan Times

It was more heartbreak for Karun Nair just hours after he was snubbed from the Indian squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy as Karnataka beat his Vidarbha side in the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy by 36 runs. Nagpur: Vidarbha's Karun Nair plays a shot during the 3rd day of Ranji Trophy cricket match between Vidarbha and Gujarat, at …

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Karnataka crowned champion for fifth time after outclassing Vidarbha in final

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2 months, 1 week ago

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Karnataka crowned champion for fifth time after outclassing Vidarbha in final

The Hindu

Karnataka’s resolve to invest in the future ahead of the season paid rich dividends as a young brigade, led by southpaw R. Smaran, stepped up to beat Vidarbha by 36 runs in a high-scoring final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Kotambi Stadium here on Saturday. Dhruv Shorey’s third century on the bounce and Harsh Dubey’s late fireworks were …

2 months, 1 week ago

Karun Nair''s dream of India return after eight years washed away by team dynamics

Hindustan Times

Mumbai, Karun Nair scored upwards of 700 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. His dream of donning the Indian jersey again after eight years was dashed by a rigid set of team dynamics Karun Nair''s dream of India return after eight years washed away by team dynamics When the national selectors led by Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma sat …

IND vs ENG: India team selection eludes Karun Nair despite brilliant form in Vijay Hazare Trophy

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2 months, 1 week ago

IND vs ENG: India team selection eludes Karun Nair despite brilliant form in Vijay Hazare Trophy

The Hindu

A place in India’s One Day International team eluded Karun Nair despite his remarkable form with the bat in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. So far, the right-handed batter has scored an impressive 752 runs in seven innings at an average of 752, including five centuries and a half-century, and has guided Vidarbha to the Vijay Hazare Trophy final. While …

2 months, 1 week ago

‘Extraordinary’: Sachin Tendulkar hails Karun Nair ahead of Champions Trophy squad announcement

Live Mint

Sachin Tendulkar heaped praises on Indian batter Karun Nair for his sensational performances in domestic cricket while also recommending him to ‘keep going strong’ and make every opportunity count. Keep going strong and make every opportunity count!” Karun Nair to play Champions Trophy? Karun Nair has been unstoppable in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 and has already scored five …

Ajit Agarkar explains Karun Nair's snub from Champions Trophy squad: Did have a chat

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2 months, 1 week ago

Ajit Agarkar explains Karun Nair's snub from Champions Trophy squad: Did have a chat

India Today

Ajit Agarkar explained the reason why Karun Nair was snubbed from India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad, which was announced on Saturday, January 18. Despite this, it was reported on the eve of the squad announcement that Nair wouldn't make the cut and it turned out to be true as India announced their squad on Saturday. India …

2 months, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Why Karun Nair's extraordinary Vijay Hazare run makes it impossible for selectors to ignore him

Firstpost

Karun Nair, who was dropped from the Indian team in 2017 just three months after scoring a Test triple hundred, currently leads the run-scorers’ list in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with an otherworldly average of 752. It’s been a season to remember for Vidarbha in the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy, which is set to conclude on Saturday with the Nagpur-based …

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