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Karnataka coach Vinay Kumar praises Karun

Karnataka’s Ranji Trophy campaign began with another narrow escape, collecting just one point in its opener against Andhra despite fielding a depleted bowling attack. The team was forced to debut three young bowlers due to injuries, while its top order struggled to capitalize in the first innings, leaving the inexperienced seamers with little support.

Coach R. Vinay Kumar highlighted the performances of debutants, particularly Manvanth Kumar’s 44 in the second innings and Madhav Bajaj’s steady batting alongside Karun Nair, who led the charge with composure.

Though Karnataka’s bowling lengths were inconsistent, Vinay emphasized the team’s growth potential, noting that experience will sharpen their skills over time. Andhra’s Gary Stead praised his side’s resilience, securing three points after a hard-fought match where S.V.

Rahul and Revanth Reddy combined for over half the team’s runs, showcasing their adaptability across formats.

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