Dinesh Karthik: Karun Nair’s Fifty in Tough Conditions Revives His International Career

Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik has lauded Karun Nair for his gritty half-century in the fifth Test against England at The Oval. Nair, playing in place of Shardul Thakur, remained unbeaten on 52, showcasing resilience under difficult batting conditions. The pitch at The Oval offered considerable assistance to the bowlers, and overcast conditions further complicated batting. Karthik emphasized the importance of Nair’s innings, suggesting that it has given his international career a new lease on life. He pointed out that if Nair had not played this match, the team management may have moved on. Nair’s innings included seven boundaries and helped India reach a score of 204/6 by the end of the first day.