IND vs SA: Sarfaraz Khan To Be Included In India's Test Squad After He Hits A Terrific Century In The Practice Match

Before the start of the two-match Test series between India and South Africa, the Indian cricket team played a practice Test match against India A, providing an opportunity for players to get in touch with their skills. During this warm-up game, Sarfaraz Khan delivered a stellar performance scoring a remarkable century. Sarfaraz’s explosive batting has put him into the limelight and has created a buzz around his potential inclusion in the Indian squad for the Test series.

After the conclusion of the white-ball leg of India’s tour of South Africa. The two nations are set to face each other in red-ball cricket in a two-match Test series. The series, which is set to commence on December 26, holds immense importance for the Men In Blue as they aim to win their first-ever Test series on South African soil under the leadership of Rohit Sharma.

Sarfaraz Khan, in a scintillating display of batting, played a knock scoring his 100 off just 61 balls leaving cricket enthusiasts in need of more of his dynamic gameplay in the upcoming series. The Indian team management and support staff are closely monitoring his performances and can consider him a valuable addition to the squad in place of the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Watch- Sarfaraz Khan Scoring A Hundred Of Just 61 Balls

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Apart from Sarfaraz, young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill showcased their batting skills with Shubman Gill scoring a blistering century and Yashasvi Jaiswal contributing with a crafty half-century. Rohit Sharma has been given the responsibility to lead the side which shows the team’s confidence and trust in his leadership ability.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also showed active participation in the match as they were present with the players on the field and playing with them. Jasprit Bumrah is ready for a red-ball comeback and his impressive form has set the tone for the Test series against South Africa.

India’s Test squad for the series in South Africa features a mix of experienced players such as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, alongside promising young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. Rohit Sharma, serving as the team’s skipper, will be in the driving seat for the team, supported by the experienced Virat Kohli. The inclusion of Sarfaraz Khan in the squad has sparked discussions, considering his recent form has been exceptional in domestic cricket.

Sarfaraz Khan also showcased his talent against South Africa A where he played a remarkable inning for India A, scoring 68 runs off 85 balls which included seven boundaries and a six. With consistent performances in domestic cricket, boasting a phenomenal average of 92 in the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy, Sarfaraz has amassed 3657 runs at an average of 71.70 in 41 first-class matches.

Sarfaraz Khan is highly likely to replace the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad in the squad. He has been consistently performing well in first-class cricket and now certainly deserves a spot in the Indian Team. Ruturaj Gaikwad was initially included in the Test squad but is now ruled out after sustaining an injury.