Karun Nair is best known for being the second Indian cricketer, after Virender Sehwag, to score a triple century in Test cricket. He achieved this feat with an unbeaten 303* against England in Chennai in 2016, which remarkably was only his third Test innings.
Current Status (IPL 2026)
As of the current 2026 season, Nair remains active in both domestic and franchise cricket:
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IPL 2026: He is currently playing for the Delhi Capitals. In his most recent outing (May 5, 2026), he scored 13 runs off 13 balls against the Chennai Super Kings before being dismissed by Noor Ahmad.
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Domestic Cricket: He continues to represent Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy and other domestic formats.
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Recent Milestones: In January 2025, he set a world record in List A cricket for the most runs scored between dismissals (542 runs), remaining unbeaten across five matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Career Highlights & Records
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The 300 Club: He is one of only three players in history (alongside Gary Sobers and Bob Simpson) to convert their maiden Test century into a triple century.
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Ranji Trophy Legend: He was instrumental in Karnataka’s back-to-back titles (2013-14 and 2014-15). He scored a triple century (328) in the 2014-15 Ranji final, becoming the first player to do so in a final since 1947.
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Versatility: While primarily a top-order batter, he also bowls occasional right-arm off-break.
Player Profile
| Category | Details |
| Full Name | Karun Kaladharan Nair |
| Born | December 6, 1991 (Jodhpur, Rajasthan) |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Major Teams | India, Karnataka, Delhi Capitals, Vidarbha, Lucknow Super Giants |
| Highest Score | 303* (Test), 328 (First Class) |