Karun Nair Shines with Double Century in India A vs England Lions Test
In a thrilling unofficial Test match, Karun Nair scored a stunning double century, leading India A against England Lions. His performance, along with Sarfaraz Khan's 92 runs, has put India A in a strong position. Despite early setbacks, the partnership between Nair and Khan proved crucial. Nair's achievement not only highlights his talent but also secures his spot in the upcoming Test series against England. Read on to discover more about this exciting match and its implications for the players involved.
| May 31, 2025, 19:26 IST
Karun Nair's Stellar Performance
In a four-day unofficial Test match between England Lions and India A, Karun Nair delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a remarkable double century. He achieved this feat off 272 balls, hitting 26 boundaries and one six. Additionally, Sarfaraz Khan contributed significantly with a solid innings of 92 runs. However, Dhruv Jurel narrowly missed out on a century, finishing with 94 runs.
India A's Strong Position
Thanks to the impressive performances of these three players, India A finds itself in a commanding position. Notably, Karun Nair has secured a spot in the Indian squad for the upcoming Test series against England. His double century has likely solidified his place in the playing eleven. It’s worth mentioning that Sarfaraz Khan was dropped from the squad, but his excellent innings has provided a strong response to the selectors. Meanwhile, Nair has made a compelling case for his inclusion in the first Test at Headingley against England.
Early Setbacks for India A
India A faced an early setback in the match, losing their captain Abhimanyu Easwaran for just 8 runs in the sixth over, falling victim to Ed Barnard. Following this, the second opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, after settling in, was dismissed by Josh Hall, caught by wicketkeeper James Rew. After the fall of the second wicket at 51 runs, Sarfaraz Khan and Karun Nair formed a formidable partnership to stabilize the innings.
Partnership and Milestones
The duo of Sarfaraz and Karun Nair put together a remarkable partnership of 181 runs for the third wicket. Sarfaraz scored 92 runs off 119 balls, including 13 boundaries, before being caught by James Rew off Josh Hall's bowling. Shortly after Sarfaraz's dismissal, Karun Nair completed his century, marking the 24th century of his first-class career.