Karnataka Cricket Team vs Kerala Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The clash between the Karnataka Cricket Team and the Kerala Cricket Team in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 produced an exciting contest, highlighted by magnificent centuries from Devdutt Padikkal and Karun Nair. Chasing a competitive target of 285, Karnataka displayed excellent batting discipline to secure an emphatic eight-wicket victory and strengthen their campaign in the tournament.
Table of Contents
Match Overview
| Match | Karnataka vs Kerala |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 |
| Date | 26 December 2025 |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium B Ground, Ahmedabad |
| Toss | Karnataka won the toss and elected to field |
| Kerala Score | 284/7 (50 overs) |
| Karnataka Score | 285/2 (48.2 overs) |
| Result | Karnataka won by 8 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Karun Nair (130* off 130 balls) |
Kerala Innings: 284/7 (50 Overs)
Batting first, Kerala recovered brilliantly after losing three early wickets for just 49 runs. Experienced batter Baba Aparajith steadied the innings with a fluent 71 before wicketkeeper-batter Mohammed Azharuddeen played a superb unbeaten knock of 84 from just 58 deliveries.
Their partnership, along with valuable contributions from Vishnu Vinod (35) and *MD Nidheesh (34)**, lifted Kerala to a competitive total of 284/7.
Top Scorers for Kerala
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Azharuddeen* | 84 | 58 |
| Baba Aparajith | 71 | 62 |
| Vishnu Vinod | 35 | 37 |
| MD Nidheesh* | 34 | 47 |
| Akhil Scaria | 27 | 60 |
Karnataka Bowling
| Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|
| Abhilash Shetty | 3/59 |
| Shreyas Gopal | 2/61 |
| Vasuki Koushik/Kaverappa | 1 wicket |
| Vidyadhar Patil | 1 wicket |
Karnataka Innings: 285/2 (48.2 Overs)
Karnataka’s chase started poorly when captain Mayank Agarwal departed for just one run. However, what followed was a batting masterclass.
Devdutt Padikkal anchored the innings beautifully, scoring 124 off 137 balls with 12 fours and three sixes. After his dismissal, Karun Nair continued his outstanding form, remaining unbeaten on 130 from 130 deliveries.
The duo stitched together a match-winning partnership that completely took the game away from Kerala. Karnataka eventually reached 285/2 in 48.2 overs, winning comfortably with eight wickets in hand and ten balls remaining.
Top Scorers for Karnataka
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Karun Nair* | 130 | 130 |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 124 | 137 |
| Ravichandran Smaran* | 25 | 16 |
| Mayank Agarwal | 1 | 7 |
Kerala Bowling
| Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|
| MD Nidheesh | 1/48 |
| Akhil Scaria | 1/44 |
| KM Asif | 0 wickets |
| V Puthur | 0 wickets |
| Baba Aparajith | 0 wickets |
| Ankit Sharma | 0 wickets |
Full Match Scorecard
Kerala – 284/7 (50 Overs)
| Batter | Runs |
|---|---|
| Rohan Kunnummal | 12 |
| Abhishek Nair | 7 |
| Ahammed Imran | 0 |
| Baba Aparajith | 71 |
| Akhil Scaria | 27 |
| Vishnu Vinod | 35 |
| Mohammed Azharuddeen* | 84 |
| Ankit Sharma | 2 |
| MD Nidheesh* | 34 |
| Extras | 12 |
| Total | 284/7 |
Karnataka – 285/2 (48.2 Overs)
| Batter | Runs |
|---|---|
| Mayank Agarwal | 1 |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 124 |
| Karun Nair* | 130 |
| Ravichandran Smaran* | 25 |
| Extras | 5 |
| Total | 285/2 |
Turning Point of the Match
Although Kerala posted a challenging total, Karnataka’s experienced batting lineup made the chase appear comfortable. The massive partnership between Devdutt Padikkal and Karun Nair proved decisive, as neither batter allowed Kerala’s bowlers to build sustained pressure. Their calm approach, excellent shot selection, and consistent strike rotation ensured Karnataka remained in control throughout the chase.
Player of the Match
Karun Nair (Karnataka)
- Runs: 130*
- Balls: 130
- Fours: 14
- Strike Rate: 100.00
Karun Nair’s unbeaten century guided Karnataka to victory and earned him the Player of the Match award.
Match Highlights
- Kerala scored 284/7 in 50 overs.
- Mohammed Azharuddeen remained unbeaten on 84.
- Baba Aparajith contributed 71.
- Karnataka chased 285 in 48.2 overs.
- Devdutt Padikkal scored 124.
- Karun Nair remained unbeaten on 130.
- Karnataka won by 8 wickets.
- Karun Nair was named Player of the Match.
Conclusion: Karnataka Cricket Team vs Kerala Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The Karnataka Cricket Team vs Kerala Cricket Team match in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 showcased high-quality domestic cricket. Kerala fought back well after an early collapse to post a competitive 284/7, thanks to impressive innings from Mohammed Azharuddeen and Baba Aparajith. However, Karnataka’s batting strength proved too powerful. Centuries from Devdutt Padikkal and Karun Nair made the chase look effortless, leading Karnataka to an eight-wicket victory. The win highlighted Karnataka’s batting depth and reinforced their status as one of the tournament’s strongest contenders.
Also Read About:-) Saurashtra Cricket Team vs Assam Cricket Team Match Scorecard
