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Sarfaraz Khan Back in India Test Squad for Sri Lanka
Sarfaraz Khan has been called up to India's Test squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka, replacing injured batter Sai Sudharsan. The first Test starts on August 15 in Galle. Sarfaraz…
The Story in Brief
Sarfaraz Khan has been called up to India's Test squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka, replacing injured batter Sai Sudharsan. The first Test starts on August 15 in Galle. Sarfaraz last played for India in November 2024 against New Zealand, a series where India suffered their first home whitewash in 12 years.
In six Tests and 11 innings, Sarfaraz has scored 371 runs at an average of 37.10, including a century. His father Naushad posted an inspirational verse on Instagram: 'The sun may have risen after many nights, but destiny favours hard work.' Sarfaraz earned the recall after a strong domestic season, scoring 429 runs in seven Ranji matches at 53.62, and 329 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy at 65.80. He also signed with Chennai Super Kings for Rs 75 lakh in the IPL.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative around Sarfaraz's 'long wait' overlooks that his Test average is modest and he did not get a game in Australia. His domestic numbers are impressive, but Test cricket is a different step. The real test will be how he handles Sri Lanka's spinners on turning tracks. One good series does not guarantee a permanent spot. Watch his strike rotation and footwork against spin in Galle.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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