India’s cricket team faced a big test in England in 2025. In the final game at The Oval, they battled hard and won by just six runs.
This win made the series tied at 2-2. But the journey was not smooth because many Indian players got hurt during the series.
Karun Nair’s Big Effort
A true example of bravery came from Karun Nair, a middle-order batsman. He injured his finger after being hit by a fast ball in the fifth Test.
Even though his finger was fractured, Karun didn’t give up. He continued to play for his team, showing real spirit and care for Indian cricket. No one knew about his injury during the match. It was only revealed afterward.
Sadly, because of this injury, Karun Nair has to skip the coming Duleep Trophy, which starts on August 28, 2025. This is disappointing for him, because he had returned to the national team after eight years away. In the series, he scored 205 runs and hit one fifty.
Rishabh Pant’s Painful Test
Another important player, Rishabh Pant, also got injured. Pant injured his toe after being struck by a ball in the fourth Test. He still played while hurt and scored 54 runs for his team. But doctors later told him to rest, so Pant missed the last match and will also sit out upcoming tournaments like the Asia Cup and games against the West Indies
More Injuries for India
Other Indian cricketers had their own problems:
- Nitish Kumar Reddy hurt his knee while working out and missed the rest of the matches.
- Arshdeep Singh injured his thumb practicing, missed one game, but played in the last one.
- Akash Deep had a groin injury and skipped the fourth Test, but joined in for the final game.
- England also missed Chris Woakes, their important all-rounder, because of a shoulder injury.
What’s Next for Karun Nair?
Now, Karun’s finger injury makes things harder for him. He was hoping to stay in the Indian team after returning. Other players, like Shreyas Iyer, are waiting for a chance if Karun can’t play.
These injuries showed that India needs more strong and flexible players so the team can handle tough times.
Series Highlights
India’s draw in the series was impressive. Players like Karun Nair and Rishabh Pant inspired everyone by playing with pain and refusing to give up. Captain Shubman Gill led the team well. Mohammed Siraj took nine wickets in the last match, playing a big part in India’s win.
In short:
The 2025 Test series between England and India was about much more than runs or wickets it was about heart, strength, and never quitting, shown best by Karun Nair and Rishabh Pant.