BCCI Central Contract 2025: For a long time, Karun Nair was Indian cricket’s forgotten genius. Last played in the IPL on 2nd May 2022, and without a half-century since 20th May 2018, his story looked like one that had quietly faded away. But on April 13, 2025, everything changed in a matter of 40 balls.
Coming in as an Impact Player for Delhi Capitals against Mumbai Indians, Karun Nair scripted one of the most inspiring comeback stories in IPL history. He smashed 89 off just 40 deliveries, his highest IPL score and turned heads with his fearless intent. The highlight? A blistering 26 off 9 balls in the powerplay against none other than Jasprit Bumrah. Nair didn’t just make runs. He made a statement.
Nair fire against Bumrah 🔥pic.twitter.com/3D6kjyR5lx
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 13, 2025
Red-Hot Domestic Form
Karun’s IPL return may have been sudden for fans, but it was built on a mountain of domestic performances throughout the 2024–25 season:
| Tournament | Runs | Average | 100s/50s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranji Trophy (First-class) | 863 | 53.93 | 4 centuries |
| Vijay Hazare Trophy (List A) | 779 | 389.5 | 5 centuries |
| Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20) | 255 | 42.5 | 3 fifties |
These numbers show that Karun Nair has been in elite form across all formats—and he’s done it consistently. His T20 adaptability, one-day dominance, and red-ball solidity paint the picture of a complete batter who has evolved and matured.
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A Triple-Centurion Who Never Got a Second Chance
Karun Nair is only the second Indian after legendary Virender Sehwag to score a triple century in Test cricket. That iconic 303* against England in 2016 was supposed to be the beginning of something big. But what followed was an inexplicable silence from selectors and missed opportunities that pushed him to the fringes.
Should Karun Nair Be in the BCCI Central Contract List for 2025?
The BCCI’s central contract list is meant to reward consistent performers and those knocking on the doors of international cricket. Karun’s domestic dominance, combined with his IPL resurgence, makes a strong case.
India’s middle-order is still in transition. Veterans are being rotated, and younger players are being tested. Amidst this, a player like Karun technically sound, vastly experienced, and now in form offers reliability and depth.
Whether it’s a return to the national side or a fresh central contract, Karun Nair has done everything to deserve it.
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