Nair's 20th Ranji ton rescues Karnataka from 43/3

Facing a precarious 43 for 3, Karnataka’s Karun Nair steadied the ship with a masterful unbeaten 155 against Andhra in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season. Partnering with Manavendra Kumar, Nair forged a 94‑run stand for the fourth wicket, with Kumar adding 44 runs off 110 balls.

Nair’s innings spanned 242 deliveries, packed with 16 fours and two sixes, and marked his 20th century in first‑class cricket. Karnataka’s final tally of 337 for 9 gave them a chase target of 194 runs after Andhra’s imposing 418 in the first innings.

The match featured contributions from captain S. Ravi Chandran (21 runs) and wicket‑keeper Krishnan Shrijit (19). Andhra’s batting was highlighted by Seram Venkata Rahul’s 119 and Revant Reddy’s 97, setting the stage for a tense final chase.