From 100 Kgs To Visible Abs: Sarfaraz Khan's Inspiring Fat To Fit Journey

Soumyajit Dutta

Sarfaraz Khan's fat to fit journey [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]Sarfaraz Khan's fat to fit journey [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]

For many days, the narrative around Sarfaraz Khan, the prodigiously talented Mumbai batter, had an unfortunate, recurring subplot, his weight. Despite boasting a first-class average that ranks among the best in the history of the Ranji Trophy and first-class cricket, his fitness was a pain point to address.

Weighing almost 100 kg, Sarfaraz Khan's weight issue was seen as the biggest hurdle in his sports career, as per the public eye, a potential barrier between him and the coveted India Test cap that he earned back in 2024 against England.

Sarfaraz Khan Decides To Change Himself!

Sarfaraz Khan's fat to fit journey [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]Sarfaraz Khan's fat to fit journey [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]

Though the struggle was not that much visible as Khan showed decent agility on the field, Khan himself must have wondered if his physical conditioning would prevent him from transitioning his domestic dominance onto the international stage. Hence, Sarfaraz respond with action.

With determination, the 27-year-old embarked on a radical transformation journey. Over just 45 days, Sarfaraz Khan shed an incredible 17 kilograms, back in June-July, a feat that left fans and selectors astounded.

Recently, his topless photos have sparked massive buzz as social media went gaga over his muscular and lean body as he soaked up the sun beside a swimming pool. 

Sarfaraz Khan's recent photos [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]Sarfaraz Khan's recent photos [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]

So, how did he achieve this? The transformation wasn't only built on brutal, unsustainable gym sessions but on incredible dietary discipline. As revealed by his father and coach, Naushad Khan, Sarfaraz eliminated the very staples of an Indian diet. No roti, no rice, no sugar, and no refined flour (maida) or bakery items. 

A fit Sarfaraz Khan [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]A fit Sarfaraz Khan [Source: @nawazalm/X.com]

His diet underwent a complete overhaul, focusing instead on, fibre-rich vegetables like broccoli, cucumbers, carrots, and green salads. He used to eat lean proteins like grilled fish, grilled chicken, and boiled eggs.

Notably, he drank green tea and green coffee, replacing all sugary drinks. These clean, low-carb approach, combined with rigorous gym sessions, was the foundation for his rapid and healthy weight loss.

How The Transformation Impacts Sarfaraz?

The results were immediately visible as during an unofficial Test between India A and England Lions, where a fitter, sharper Sarfaraz pulled off a breathtaking catch at slips, diving full-stretch to his wrong side. This did more than just dismiss a batter, as it silenced Sarfaraz Khan's trolls and announced his newfound fitness to the world.

Nevertheless, this transformation is a monumental game-changer for his future prospects. For a player whose stats in domestic cricket are already phenomenal, adding this layer of elite fitness removes the last perceived weakness.