Sat Mar 01 10:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Veteran Karun Nair’s Century Fuels Calls for India Recall
**Nagpur, India:** Veteran batsman Karun Nair hammered a stunning century in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final, further fueling calls for his return to the Indian team. Playing for Vidarbha against Kerala, Nair scored 100 off 184 balls, including seven fours and two sixes, his 23rd first-class century. His celebration, a gesture indicating “9” (the number of centuries he’s scored this domestic season), went viral on social media.
Nair, who last played for India in 2017, has enjoyed a remarkable 2024-25 domestic season. The 33-year-old amassed 779 runs at an average of 389.5 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (one-day format), including five centuries and one half-century. He also contributed 255 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20 format) and over 800 runs in the Ranji Trophy, with four centuries.
His impressive performance in the Ranji final, where he scored 86 in the first innings and an unbeaten 132 in the second, has ignited passionate debate among fans and commentators. Many online are urging selectors to consider Nair for the upcoming England Test series, highlighting his exceptional form and the need for a potent batting lineup. Nair’s consistent high-scoring performances throughout the season have solidified his position as one of the most prolific domestic batsmen. His remarkable domestic season highlights the significant talent still available within India’s domestic circuit.
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