In a heartfelt revelation that has sent shockwaves through Indian cricket circles, Karun Nair has finally broken his silence about his mysterious disappearance from the Indian Test team despite being only the second Indian batsman to score a triple century in Test cricket.
The Unforgettable Triple Century That Wasn't Enough
Back in 2016, Karun Nair created history when he smashed an unbeaten 303 runs against England in Chennai, joining the legendary VVS Laxman as only the second Indian to achieve this monumental feat in Test cricket. The cricketing world hailed him as the next big thing in Indian batting, with many predicting a long and illustrious career ahead.
However, what followed remains one of modern cricket's biggest mysteries. Despite his record-breaking performance, Nair found himself unceremoniously dropped from the team and never received another Test cap.
The Painful Silence and Frustration
"I think I deserved better," Nair confessed in an exclusive conversation, his words carrying the weight of years of unspoken disappointment. "Getting dropped after scoring a triple century was tough to digest. What made it harder was never being told why it happened or what I needed to work on."
The batsman revealed that the lack of communication from selectors and team management left him confused and demotivated. Unlike other players who receive specific feedback about areas needing improvement, Nair was left in the dark, wondering what went wrong after creating history.
The Ranji Trophy Redemption Path
Despite the setbacks and emotional turmoil, the 32-year-old hasn't given up on his dreams. Nair is now channeling his frustration into performance, using the ongoing Ranji Trophy season as his platform for a potential comeback.
"I'm putting in the hard yards in domestic cricket," he stated with determination. "My focus is on scoring runs consistently for Vidarbha and letting my bat do the talking. The fire to represent India again still burns bright."
A Message to Young Cricketers
Nair's story serves as both inspiration and caution for aspiring cricketers. His advice to young players facing similar challenges is straightforward: "Keep believing in yourself even when others don't. Your worth isn't determined by one selection or rejection."
As the Ranji Trophy season progresses, all eyes will be on this talented batsman who once touched greatness but now seeks to reclaim his place in Indian cricket history.
