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Karun Nair's Majestic 200: Why Selectors Can't Ignore His Ranji Trophy Knock

Karun Nair has made a powerful statement to Indian selectors with a magnificent double century in the Ranji Trophy. His brilliant 233 runs came off 389 deliveries and included 25 fours and two sixes. The innings featured a massive 343-run partnership with Smaran R, who remained unbeaten on 220. Meanwhile, Kerala found themselves in deep trouble at 21/3, trailing Karnataka by a massive 565 runs.

Key Points: Karun Nair Hits Double Century for Karnataka Before SA Series

  • Karun Nair scored 233 runs from 389 balls with 25 boundaries
  • His 343-run partnership with Smaran R dominated Kerala's bowling attack
  • Karnataka declared at massive 586/5 after Nair's double century
  • Kerala struggling at 21/3, trailing by 565 runs after Day 2
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Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair continues to knock on Indian selectors' door before South Africa series with a majestic 200 against Kerala

Karun Nair smashes brilliant 233 for Karnataka in Ranji Trophy, sending strong message to Indian selectors ahead of South Africa Test series.

"Nair eventually falling for a brilliant 233 off Nedumankuzhy Basil's bowling - Match Report"

New Delhi, November 2

Karun Nair, who was left out of the Indian Test squad, has made a statement ahead of the South Africa Test series with a brilliant double-century for Karnataka against Kerala in a crucial Ranji Trophy match at the KCA Cricket Ground in Mangalapuram, Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday.

The innings, which saw him score 233 runs off 389 balls with 25 fours and two sixes. Nair's performance helped Karnataka declare at a massive total of 586/5.

Nair resumed Day 2 on 142*, building on Karnataka's strong position of 319/3. He went on to convert his century into a mammoth double-century, ably supported by Smaran R, with whom they had added a century-plus stand on Day 1.

The partnership yielded a 343-run stand for the 4th wicket, with Nair eventually falling for a brilliant 233 off Nedumankuzhy Basil's bowling. Meanwhile, Smaran continued his masterclass, finishing unbeaten on 220.

At stumps on Day 2, Kerala were 21-3, trailing by 565 runs, with Nedumankuzhy Basil 11* and Akshay Chandran 6* unbeaten on the crease.

In Ranchi, Jharkhand's rookie opener Shikhar Mohan also hit a double-century, which powered his side to declare on 510/8 in their first innings against Nagaland. Mohan finished with 207 off 303 balls, with 21 fours and three sixes in his third first-class innings.

At stumps on Day 2, Nagaland were 37/0, trailing by 473 runs, with Sedezhalie Rupero 19* and Dega Nischal 18* unbeaten on the crease.

In Raipur, Jammu and Kashmir opener Shubham Khajuria came close to a double-hundred, but Chhattisgarh's left-arm spinner Aditya Sarwate denied him and dismissed him for 190 off 344 balls.

Apart from him, Kashmir's skipper Paras Dogra also slammed a half-century, which powered their side to 394-10 in the first innings.

At stumps on Day 2, Chhattisgarh were 75/1 trailing by 319 runs with Shashank Chandrakar 20* and Ashutosh Singh 18* unbeaten on the crease.

- ANI

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Priya S
While Karun's innings was brilliant, I feel we need to give consistent chances to younger players too. Shikhar Mohan scoring 207 in just his third first-class innings is incredible! Future of Indian cricket looks bright ✨
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Arjun K
Karnataka's batting lineup is just too strong! Nair 233 and Smaran 220* - what a partnership! Kerala bowlers must be having nightmares. This is why Ranji Trophy is so important for identifying real talent.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows cricket across formats, I appreciate how domestic performers like Nair keep pushing for national spots. The competition is healthy for Indian cricket. Hope he gets another chance soon!
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Vikram M
Remember Karun's triple century against England? The man has proven his class at the highest level. Selectors should look beyond just current form and consider his experience for tough overseas tours like South Africa.
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Michael C
Impressive to see multiple double centuries in one round of Ranji Trophy. The depth in Indian domestic cricket is remarkable. Both established players and newcomers are making strong statements.

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