Sarfaraz Khan’s Maiden India Call-up Sparks Jubilation Across Borders

In a surprising turn of events, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Monday that Sarfaraz Khan has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian Test squad. The 26-year-old Mumbai batsman will join Sourabh Kumar and Washington Sundar for the ongoing five-match series against England.

Sarfaraz Khan’s inclusion in the squad comes on the back of his stellar domestic performance, where he boasts an impressive first-class average of close to 70. With 3912 runs in 45 matches, including 14 centuries and 11 half-centuries, Khan has consistently showcased his prowess in the domestic arena. His remarkable career-best score of 301* against Uttar Pradesh in a Ranji Trophy fixture in January 2020 further highlights his batting prowess.

The news of Sarfaraz Khan’s selection spread rapidly, bringing joy to cricket enthusiasts in both India and Pakistan. Pakistan’s opening batter, Imam-Ul-Haq, took to social media to extend his warm wishes, echoing the sentiments of many others who congratulated Sarfaraz on this significant achievement.

In the India squad for the 2nd Test, led by Rohit Sharma, Sarfaraz Khan finds his place alongside notable names like Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ravichandran Ashwin. The inclusion of the Mumbai batter has been met with anticipation, given his remarkable track record in domestic cricket.

As the cricketing community eagerly awaits Sarfaraz Khan’s performance on the international stage, fans on both sides of the border unite in celebrating this remarkable achievement for the talented batsman.