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Ruturaj Gaikwad Vs Karun Nair: How India's Two Lost ODI Stars Fared In Vijay Hazare Trophy



Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Karun Nair (Source:@UnAnkitt,x.com)Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Karun Nair (Source:@UnAnkitt,x.com)

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The prolific and dynamic players Ruturaj Gaikwad and Karun Nair have been making headlines with their contrasting contribution in recent time. Both players, known for their consistency and skill, have set the stage in recent ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy season. 

 Gaikwad Vs Nair: Vijay Hazare Trophy Stat Comparison

Maharashtra and CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has decent performance in domestic cricket recently. Known for his elegant stroke play, Gaikwad boasts an impressive T20I record for India. However, in ODIs, Gaikwad has struggled to replicate his T20 success. 

In six ODI matches he has played for India, he has managed just 115 runs at an average of 19.16 and a strike rate of 73.24. Despite these numbers, his domestic form remains strong. 

In the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, the star player has scored 187 runs in nine matches at an average of 37.40 and a strike rate of 140.60. However, his adaptability as an opener and middle-order batter is evident in his recent performances. 

Once a rising star, Karun Nair last played for India in 2016, has been rewriting records in domestic cricket recently. The 33-year-old batter has made 664 runs in six innings in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy with five centuries. 

While his ODI career for India remains limited to two matches, he has made 46 runs at an average of 23.00 and a strike rate of 52.27. It is important to mention that, Nair’s current form suggests he is on a mission to force his way back into the national side. 

Ruturaj Gaikwad Stats In Vijay Hazare Trophy

Player Name
Matches
Innings
Runs
Strike-Rate
Average
Ruturaj Gaikwad9
6
187 140.6037.40

Karun Nair Stats In Vijay Hazare Trophy

Player Name
Matches
Innings
Runs
Strike-Rate
Average
Karun Nair8
9
664 120.07664.00

Gaikwad Vs Nair: Conclusion

Taking a look at the stats, it is easy to conclude that Karun Nair is a much better List A player in comparison to Ruturaj Gaikwad in terms of current form. Nevertheless, this verdict can be given on the basis of recent numbers and stats.