Karun Nair Eyes India Test Comeback: 'I am Batting Better Than Ever'
Nair eyes Test return
Nair, has stated that he is performing as well as he has ever done. Approaching 33, the veteran, who is currently competing for Mysuru Warriors in the Maharaja T20 Trophy, expressed his desire to elevate his game and earn back his place in the national team.
"I feel like I'm batting as well as I've ever done. I am in a good head space, I know where my game is. I am just making sure if I get opportunities, wherever it may be, the focus is on making the most of those chances so that I can climb up the stairs again," Nair was quoted as saying on ESPNcricinfo.
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"It's still exciting to wake up each morning and dream of finding a way back to play Test cricket. That keeps me going. I would love to win trophies; we missed out in the Ranji last year. I will try to correct it this year," he added.
Karun Nair's Career
Karun Nair, a right-handed opening batsman and occasional off-break bowler, was born in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. He represents Karnataka in domestic cricket and has played for the state at various junior levels. Additionally, Nair has been part of India's U-19 team during their tour of Australia.
Nair made his Indian Test debut against England at the PCA Stadium in Mohali in November 2016. In just his third Test, played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, he scored a remarkable unbeaten 303, leading India to a victory by an innings and 75 runs.
However, following the 2017 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia, Nair was dropped from the team. Over six Test matches, he amassed 374 runs at an average of 62.33 and a strike rate of 73.91.
