BCCI lately introduced the 16-member squad for the two-match Take a look at collection within the West Indies. Unsurprisingly, Sarfaraz Khan didn’t make it into the squad regardless of his constant performances within the Ranji Trophy over the previous few years.
Whereas Sarfaraz was neglected of the squad, different younger Indian gamers like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad received their first name on the again of their performances within the IPL.
Sarfaraz has scored 3505 runs at a mean of 79.65 in his 37 matches for Mumbai within the Ranji Trophy. Sarfaraz has carried out exceptionally nicely in all three seasons he has performed within the Ranji Trophy, scoring 928 runs at a mean of 154 within the 2019/20 season, 982 runs at a mean of 122.75 within the 21/22 season and 556 runs within the 22/23 season.
The 25-year-old responded to the selectors with a video showcasing his batting prowess through the Ranji Trophy. Curiously, Sarafaraz’s video had no caption, however the track Manzar hai naya from the movie Uri taking part in within the background.
That is the fourth time within the final 12 months that Sarfaraz Khan has been denied an opportunity within the Indian Take a look at workforce. The younger opener was not included within the Indian Take a look at squad for Bangladesh final 12 months, then he was denied an opportunity within the Indian squad through the Border Gavaskar Trophy and once more through the WTC closing.
Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar had additionally criticised the choice committee for not selecting Sarfaraz within the Indian Take a look at set-up regardless of his commendable performances. Talking to Sports activities At the moment, Gavaskar mentioned, “Sarfaraz Khan has been scoring at a mean of 100 in all previous three seasons. What does he should do to be picked within the squad? He may not be within the XI, however you choose him within the workforce,”
“Inform him that his performances are being recognised. In any other case, cease taking part in Ranji Trophy. Say, it is of no use, you simply play IPL and suppose you might be ok for the red-ball recreation as nicely.” the previous Indian opener added.
Up to date: 25 Jun 2023, 12:53 PM IST