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Not Virat Kohli! Chris Gayle Picks IPL 2025 Unsold Star As His Favourite RCB Teammate

Sakshi Sharma

Sarfaraz Khan, Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)Sarfaraz Khan, Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)

In a recent news, Chris Gayle, one of the most iconic players to ever grace the IPL, has revealed that his favourite IPL teammate and surprisingly its not Virat Kohli AB de Villiers. Instead, Gayle has singled out Sarfaraz Khan as his top pick. 

Sarfaraz Khan Remains Close To Chris Gayle's Heart 

Despite having spent seven fruitful years with RCB and alongside legends Virat Kohli and AB De Villiers, Gayle’s admiration for Sarfaraz goes beyond mere camaraderie. The former West Indies star player has dazzled IPL crowds for over a decade, expressed deep affection for Sarfaraz Khan. 

“We get along well. Sarfaraz keeps texting me…He’s too young and he’s like a son to me. He’s definitely one for the future and one must keep an eye on him,” Gayle had said.

Speaking in a recent rapid-fire segment with InsideSport, Gayle admitted that his bond with Sarfaraz remains strong, even though the latter is not part of the IPL 2025 season. 

Why Did Sarfaraz Khan Go Unsold In IPL 2025? 

Sarfaraz, who was signed by RCB for Rs 50 lakh at the 2015 auction, made an immediate impact with his inventive and fearless batting. However, his journey in the IPL has taken an unexpected turn as he went unsold during the IPL 2025 auction. 

Sarfaraz Khan was a hit in the early days of his IPL career. His ability to innovate in the T20 format caught the attention of fans. However, despite his talent, he has not found a regular place in the IPL over the years.