Rahul Message to Nair: ENG vs IND 2025 Tests
- KL Rahul, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has lauded Karun Nair's return to the India Test squad after an eight-year absence.
- Speaking in a video released by the BCCI, Rahul highlighted the dedication Nair showed during his time playing cricket in the UK.
- Nair's county stint with Northampton in 2024 saw him accumulate 487 runs in 11 innings.
KL Rahul celebrates Karun Nair’s remarkable comeback to the India Test squad for the 2025 ENG vs IND series after eight years. Rahul highlights Nair’s inspiring journey and anticipates his County Cricket experience in England will be invaluable. Nair,who recently hit a double century for India A,is eager to showcase his skills. This news marks a pivotal moment for Nair, who aims to make a significant impact representing Team India once more. His consistent performance, including nearly 850 runs in the ranji Trophy, spotlights his readiness. News Directory 3 will provide more updates on this developing story. What role will Nair play in the upcoming series? Discover what’s next, as the excitement builds for the 2025 Test series.
KL Rahul Praises Karun Nair’s India Test Squad Comeback
KL Rahul, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has lauded Karun Nair’s return to the India Test squad after an eight-year absence. Rahul emphasized Nair’s inspirational journey, anticipating that his experience in County Cricket will prove valuable during the upcoming five-match Test series in England. The two cricketers have a long history, having played together as their youth and recently representing the Delhi Capitals in the 2025 IPL season.
Speaking in a video released by the BCCI, Rahul highlighted the dedication Nair showed during his time playing cricket in the UK. He acknowledged the challenges Nair faced and celebrated his perseverance in earning a spot back on the indian team. Rahul expressed his hope that Nair’s county experience would serve him well in the Test matches.
Nair’s county stint with Northampton in 2024 saw him accumulate 487 runs in 11 innings. He recently showcased his form by smashing 204 for India A against england Lions in an unofficial Test. Last year, Nair had a remarkable domestic season, scoring nine centuries across various formats. In the Ranji Trophy, he amassed 863 runs in 9 matches, averaging 53.93. He also excelled in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring 779 runs in eight innings, averaging an impressive 389.50.
In first-class cricket, Karun Nair has scored 8,470 runs in 186 innings at an average of 49.82, including 24 centuries and 36 half-centuries.
“Feels really special” – Karun Nair reacts to his comeback to Test cricket
Karun Nair has expressed his gratitude and excitement about his return to Test cricket. He is eager to experience the feeling of representing Team India again, a feeling he hasn’t had as 2017. In a BCCI video, Nair conveyed his gratitude for the opportunity and his determination to seize it.
“Feels really special. Very grateful and very lucky to be able to get this opportunity again and really looking forward and excited to grab this opportunity with both hands,” Nair said.
“Not sure actually! I think I’ll have to experience that feeling myself and, you know, just go out there and feel it for myself. And I’m sure there’ll be a lot of feelings,ones that I can’t express right now and It’ll be a special feeling,” he added.
Nair previously made history by becoming the second Indian batter, after Virender Sehwag, to score a triple century in Tests. He achieved this feat with an unbeaten 303 against England in Chennai in December 2016. During his earlier stint with Team India from November 2016 to March 2017, the middle-order batter scored 374 runs in seven innings.
What’s next
Nair is focused on preparing for the upcoming Test series and contributing to the team’s success in England. His experience and recent form suggest he could play a important role.