Karun Nair
Karun Nair. Credit: BCCI

It seems like luck isn’t in favour of Karun Nair. Ever since he scored the triple century against England at Chepauk in Chennai, he wasn’t given enough chances to settle himself in the team. Moreover, when it looked like the right time to call Nair back in the Team India, the management opted to hand the debut cap to promising Hanuma Vihari.

So, after the impressive performances in the domestic circuit, BCCI selectors recalled Nair in the India team for England’s Test tour. However, he was benched in the first four Tests and used him to carry the drinks.

Karun Nair, once again ignored:

So much so, it was initially expected that Nair will be given a chance for the final Test at the Kennington Oval as the batsmen are struggling to face English bowlers.

However, management again ignored Nair as Andhra Pradesh-based youngster Vihari has been introduced in the playing XI.

Hanuma Vihari, England Vs India 2018, Debut
Hanuma Vihari (Credits – BCCI)

The possible reason could be the extra incentive of bowling for Vihari could have made India overlook Nair. In addition, all in all, it is quite harsh on the youngster, who is touring with the team for a long time now.

India who lost the toss at The Kennington Oval in London made a couple of changes to their playing XI. However, they brought Ravindra Jadeja back in the side along with the debutant Vihari in place of Hardik Pandya and Ravichandran Ashwin respectively.

Meanwhile, England fielded the same XI that played in the Southampton Test. Additionally, it is an emotional Test for England team as they have to give the rousing send-off for Alastair Cook after the conclusion of the Test.

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Karun Nair, Hanuma Vihari, England
Karun Nair (Credits – BCCI)

Currently, England already sealed the series with 3-1 in the 5-match Test series. However, they would love to make it 4-1 at Kennington Oval to give a fitting farewell for the former skipper, Alastair Cook, who served 12 glorious years.

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