'Rohit Sharma Is My Favourite' - Sarfaraz Khan After His Maiden India Selection
Sarfaraz will be hoping to make his debut in Vizag. (X.com)
Uncapped Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan recently earned a well-deserved call-up for the second Test between India and England in Visakhapatnam. Following his inclusion, Sarfaraz expressed his admiration for captain Rohit Sharma, naming him as his favourite cricketer globally.
Leading up to the second Test against England, both Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul have been sidelined due to injuries. After which the selectors called-up Sarfaraz, Sourabh Kumar, and Washington Sundar to the squad for the upcoming match scheduled to commence on Friday.
The selection of Sarfaraz has sparked widespread discussions. The Mumbai-born batter, who has consistently proven himself in the domestic circuit, dedicated years of hard work to catch the attention of the selectors. Despite delivering impressive performances, he was previously overlooked for reasons unknown. Now, with this opportunity, Sarfaraz has a chance to present his case for inclusion in India’s playing XI for the second Test.
In an interview with Sports Yaari, Sarfaraz shed light on the camaraderie in the Mumbai dressing room, highlighting the popularity of the local lad- Rohit Sharma, whom he considers his favourite cricketer. Sarfaraz expressed admiration for Rohit's pull shots, citing the discussions in the dressing room about Rohit's three double hundreds.
"Rohit Sharma is my favourite player – he has got very good pull shots, even in my dressing room, everyone talks about the 3 double hundreds of Rohit," said Sarfaraz.
Sarfaraz recently shared a story on Instagram where he can be seen seeking tips from the Indian captain during a practice session in Vizag.
As India aims to bounce back after the first Test loss, the second Test in Vizag is crucial. With injuries affecting the team, changes in the playing XI are expected. The absence of Rahul and Jadeja opens up opportunities for players like Sarfaraz Khan and Rajat Patidar to stake their claim. Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav are also in contention for Jadeja's spot.
The second Test between India and England is scheduled to commence on February 2nd at Visakhapatnam’s ACA-VDCA cricket stadium. The Rohit Sharma-led Indian team, eager for revenge after the first Test defeat, will be looking to put up a strong performance against England.
In the face of uncertainties, Sarfaraz’s inclusion brings a fresh perspective to the Indian team. As a proven player in the domestic circuit, this opportunity marks a significant moment in his career, and the upcoming Test match provides the platform for him to showcase his skills on the international stage. The dynamics of the India’s playing XI have shifted, and players like Sarfaraz have the chance to make an impact and contribute to India's quest for victory in the ongoing Test series against England.
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