After putting in relentless effort, Mumbai batsman Sarfaraz Khan’s persistence has finally been rewarded with a place in the Indian Test side for the upcoming second Test against England.
Sarfaraz Khan has been named as a replacement for the injured KL Rahul, joining Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, and Saurabh Kumar in the Indian cricket team. His call-up came following his involvement in the India A squad’s three-match unofficial Test series against England Lions./
Among Indian cricket fans, there’s been relentless conflict regarding Sarfaraz Khan’s selection in the national squad. Many have lobbied for his nomination and blasted the selectors for neglecting him.
Discontent developed when Rajat Patidar was picked over Sarfaraz Khan as the substitute for Virat Kohli in the first two Tests against England.
Sarfaraz Khan’s credentials in first-class cricket speak eloquently. With 3751 runs in 44 matches at an impressive average of 68.20, including 13 centuries and 11 half-centuries, he has surely left his mark. His undefeated 301 stands out as a tribute to his brilliance.
His recent performance in the second unofficial Test against the England Lions further showed his ability. With a superb performance of 161 runs from 160 balls, comprising 18 fours and five sixes, he played a vital part in India A’s dominant total of 489 runs in the first innings, ultimately guiding them to victory by an innings and 16 runs.
Here is how fans reacted to Sarfaraz Khan’s selection:
