Karun Nair edges closer to India’s No. 3 spot: what it means for upcoming Tests

India's search for a reliable No. 3 batsman in the Test lineup is intensifying as Karun Nair edges closer to securing the spot.

The position, recently vacated by Shubman Gill following Rohit Sharma's retirement, remains a critical role for the team’s batting order. According to Rishabh Pant, the team is still deliberating on the best candidate to fill this key slot.

"Pant said India are still deliberating over who will move to No. 3, the slot last occupied by Gill, who is after Rohit Sharma's retirement."

With just days before the next Test and limited training sessions remaining, Nair is emerging as the favorite to take on the responsibility of facing the new ball at No. 3.

"At the moment, two days before the Test and with one training session to go, Nair looks like the favourite to take on the responsibility of batting against the new ball at No. 3."

This decision is pivotal as the No. 3 position often sets the tone for the innings, requiring a player with both technique and temperament to handle fresh bowling attacks.

While England’s cricket management debates between established and emerging players for their own No. 3 spot, India’s focus remains on stabilizing their middle order with Nair’s potential inclusion.

The upcoming Tests will reveal whether Nair can cement his place and provide the solidity India seeks in this crucial batting position.

Karun Nair is emerging as the frontrunner to fill India's No. 3 batting position in upcoming Tests, a role vacated by Shubman Gill after Rohit Sharma's retirement. With the team still deliberating, Nair appears favored to face the new ball, signaling a key strategic move ahead of the next match.