In a dazzling display of batting prowess, right-handed batter Sarfaraz Khan showcased his brilliance by slamming a sensational century during India’s intra-squad practice match in Pretoria. The three-day game serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa (IND vs SA), set to kick off on December 26 in Centurion.
Sarfaraz Khan scintillating knock, comprising 63 balls, caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts as he faced formidable bowlers like Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, and Saurabh Kumar. The video of his blistering innings quickly went viral on social media, highlighting his remarkable form.
Despite consistently performing exceptionally in the domestic circuit, Sarfaraz Khan has been awaiting an elusive call-up to the Indian national team.
Sarfaraz Khan recent accomplishments include amassing 556 runs in six games during the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy at an impressive average of 92.66, featuring three centuries. In the previous Ranji Trophy season (2021-22), he notched up 982 runs with a staggering average of 122.75.
As the Indian team gears up for the challenging Test series against South Africa, news has surfaced that cricket maestro Virat Kohli has temporarily returned home due to a family emergency. However, reliable sources from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) assure fans that Kohli will rejoin the squad well in time for the commencement of the first Test.
Earlier, the BCCI had announced the release of wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan from the Test series squad due to personal reasons. KS Bharat has been named as Kishan’s replacement for the upcoming two-match series.
In another development, India’s opening batter Ruturaj Gaikwad will be absent from the Test series due to a finger fracture sustained while attempting a catch during the second ODI against South Africa. The BCCI has yet to announce a replacement for the young and promising batter, adding an element of intrigue to India’s Test squad composition.
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