Karun Nair has made a notable return to the Indian Test cricket team after an eight-year hiatus, marking his comeback during the ongoing series against England. His return was widely anticipated following impressive performances in domestic cricket. Nair's comeback match was at Headingley, Leeds, where he scored 0 and 20 in his two innings. Despite his efforts, India lost the third Test at Lord's by 22 runs, with England taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The match was closely contested, with Ravindra Jadeja remaining unbeaten on 61 in the final innings. Following the Lord's defeat, India fought back in the fourth Test at Manchester, where contributions from players including Gill, Jadeja, and Sundar helped India secure a draw, keeping the series alive. The final and deciding fifth Test is set to take place at The Oval, where Karun Nair impressed with a resilient unbeaten 52 on Day 1, helping India reach 204/6. Analysts praised Nair's performance under pressure, highlighting his successful return to international cricket. The series remains competitive as India aims to level the score at 2-2 in the upcoming match.