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  • 3 Indian Players Who Deserved Chances Instead of Ishan Kishan in the IND vs AUS Test Series

    3 Indian Players Who Deserved Chances Instead of Ishan Kishan in the IND vs AUS Test Series

    Ishan Kishan and KS Bharat are the two wicketkeeper batters selected for the India vs Australia Test series. The selection of Ishan Kishan out of nowhere in the Test squad raised many questions. The BCCI Selection Committee headed by Chetan Sharma is known for taking decisions which doesn’t make any sense. In the case of selecting Ishan Kishan as the wicketkeeper for the Test series, the selection committee has revealed its age old confounded techniques for selection criteria.

    3 Indian Players Who Deserved Chances Instead of Ishan Kishan in the IND vs AUS Test Series

    There are many Indian wicketkeeper batters in domestic circuit who has performed better than Ishan Kishan and definitely deserves chances in the Test cricket. Below are the three players who could have been selected instead of Ishan Kishan in the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

    Sarfaraz Khan

    The Indian wicketkeeper batter has an insane average in Ranji Trophy. He is known for scoring centuries after centuries in the domestic circuit. It was a shocking decision to not announce Sarfaraz in the Test squad.

    Also read: Sarfaraz Khan Outshines Virat, Rohit, and Pujara – Former Pakistan Player Demands Indian Selectors to Take Notice

    Sanju Samson

    Sanju Samson is one of the most talented Indian wicketkeeper batters around. He has been around for quite a long time and definitely deserves to be selected for Tests. Including Kishan before considering him was a baffling decision by the selection committee.

    Also read: IND vs AUS 1st Test: 3 Players Expected to Fail

    N Jagadeesan

    N Jagadeesan recently blasted a double century in domestic cricket with an attacking approach. He could have been a young and fierce choice in the Indian Test squad for series against Australia. Jagadeesan is a rising star who surely needs to be considered by the BCCI Selection Committee.

  • Sarfaraz Khan Outshines Virat, Rohit, and Pujara – Former Pakistan Player Demands Indian Selectors to Take Notice

    Sarfaraz Khan Outshines Virat, Rohit, and Pujara – Former Pakistan Player Demands Indian Selectors to Take Notice

    Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria is making waves with his recent declaration that Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan is a superior player compared to the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Cheteshwar Pujara.

    Sarfaraz Khan

    Kaneria expressed his disappointment with the Indian selectors for ignoring Sarfaraz in the first two Tests against Australia, stating that if they don’t play him now, then when? He believes that the young player’s impressive form in domestic cricket should not be ignored. He also believes that keeping him on the sidelines could have a negative impact on his future.

    Rohit Sharma - Pujara

    Sarfaraz has been on fire in the Ranji Trophy 2022-23 season, accumulating a staggering 556 runs in six first-class games, with an average of 92.66, and three centuries to his name. He also had impressive performances in the previous two seasons, where he recorded 982 and 928 runs respectively.

    Virat Kohli - Pujara

    Kaneria emphasized that Sarfaraz’s consistent record-breaking performances in domestic cricket deserve recognition and that it’s not right to ignore such talent. It’s time for the Indian selectors to give Sarfaraz Khan the recognition he deserves and bring his talent to the international arena.

  • BCCI Selector Reveals Why Sarfaraz Khan Was Not Picked For The India vs Australia Test Series

    BCCI Selector Reveals Why Sarfaraz Khan Was Not Picked For The India vs Australia Test Series

    Sridharan Sharath, one of the members of BCCI’s five-member national selection panel, revealed the reason why Sarfaraz Khan was not picked in India’s Test Squad for the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2023.

    Sarfaraz Khan

    Once the Indian squad for the first two Tests versus Australia was picked, Sarfaraz Khan’s exclusion stirred a massive controversy. Many experts and fans believed the Mumbai batter deserved a spot following his extraordinary performances in domestic cricket. However, now a selector has explained why Sarfaraz did not feature in the squad.

    “He is certainly on our radar. In due course, he will get his due. While picking the team, we have to consider things like composition and balance,” Sharath told Sportstar.

    India and Australia will be facing each other in a 4 match Test series starting from 9 February with the first Test being played in Nagpur. As the series will determine the WTC finalists, it will be extremely important for both teams.

  • Sarfaraz Khan opens up on feeling of being left out, expresses support for Mumbai teammate Suryakumar Yadav’s selection in the Test team

    Sarfaraz Khan opens up on feeling of being left out, expresses support for Mumbai teammate Suryakumar Yadav’s selection in the Test team

    Sarfaraz Khan, the Mumbai batting sensation who has been dominating the domestic circuit with his scintillating performances, has finally opened up about his feelings about being left out of the Indian Test team for the Border-Gavaskar trophy against Australia, despite a record-breaking run of form.

    Sarfaraz Khan Century Celebration

    With 13 First Class hundreds in just 50 innings, no other batter has scored more runs than Sarfaraz in the last three years. He averages 80 in red-ball cricket, which is only second to the legendary Don Bradman. Yet, despite his outstanding numbers, he was not selected for the Test series, leaving fans and experts questioning the selectors’ decision.

    Added to the disappointment was the fact that Sarfaraz’s Mumbai teammate, Suryakumar Yadav, who is primarily a T20I expert, was picked ahead of him. But, in an exclusive interview with veteran sports journalist Vimal Kumar, Sarfaraz broke his silence and shared his thoughts on the matter.

    https://twitter.com/ndtv07/status/1617778668868362241

    “Surya getting selected is inspirational for me. We are good friends and have spent a lot of time together. I have learned a lot from him, and he also had to wait for a long time for this opportunity. He will bring his experience to the team,” Sarfaraz said. He went on to say that he is happy for his friend and that he’s only inspired by SKY’s selection.

    Sarfaraz’s positive attitude and support for his friend is admirable and it’s clear that he’s determined to continue to work hard and make a case for himself in the future.

  • “Abbu Arjun (Tendulkar) is so lucky, isn’t he?” Sarfaraz Khan’s father recalls an emotional story of his son

    “Abbu Arjun (Tendulkar) is so lucky, isn’t he?” Sarfaraz Khan’s father recalls an emotional story of his son

    Sarfaraz Khan’s father, Naushad Khan, shares a very emotional story that involves his son and Arjun Tendulkar.

    Sarfaraz Khan has left everyone stunned with his extraordinary show in domestic cricket. His back-to-back centuries are evident that he is a rare cricket talent. 

    While talking to Indian Express, Naushad Khan shared a heartwarming story of his son that may bring tears in your eyes.

    ‘Sarfraz often played cricket with or against Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun Tendulkar in the junior team. One day, while playing, Sarfaraz came to me and said, Abbu Arjun is so lucky, isn’t he? That he is Sachin sir’s son and he has a car, an iPad, everything’ Naushad Khan was very emotional hearing his son say this.

    Also read: “I’m completely in favour of Mankading,” Says Future Indian Star

    The emotional father meekly nodded to this question as he didn’t have anything to say. 

    But then little Sarfraz came running to him and hugged him tightly and said, ‘I am luckier than him, because you can give the whole day to me. His father cannot give him full time.’ Hearing that sentence of Sarfaraz, Naushad Khan was deeply moved.

  • Huge Blow for Team India: Iyer likely to miss Test Series vs AUS, Suryakumar to make Test debut and Sarfaraz to receive maiden Test call

    Huge Blow for Team India: Iyer likely to miss Test Series vs AUS, Suryakumar to make Test debut and Sarfaraz to receive maiden Test call

    The 4-Match Test Series between India and Australia starting on 9 February will decide who will be the finalists of World Test Championship (WTC) 2021-23. However, just before the Test Series bad news struck Team India.

    India’s star middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer is likely to miss the upcoming Test series against Australia due to back injury.

    A senior BCCI official told InsideSport, “Shreyas will report at the NCA in a couple of days and will begin his rehab. He needs to undergo further tests to understand the severity. From what we know so far, he is a big doubt for the first 2-3 Tests. But we still have time and if he does recover in time, then obviously he will play.”

    Incase Shreyas Iyer doesn’t get fit in time, Suryakumar Yadav who recently returned to Ranji Trophy is likely to make his Test debut and Sarfaraz Khan who is in the form of his life is likely to receive his maiden Test call.

    Also read: “Go to a fashion show…” Gavaskar slams selectors in a funny way after Sarfaraz’s snub

    Suryakumar Yadav scored two 90+ scores in the Ranji Trophy in four innings and with India seeking an attacking batter in the middle order in Rishabh Pant’s absence, he could get the nod ahead of Shubman Gill.

  • “Go to a fashion show…” Gavaskar slams selectors in a funny way after Sarfaraz’s snub

    “Go to a fashion show…” Gavaskar slams selectors in a funny way after Sarfaraz’s snub

    Sarfaraz Khan’s performance in the domestic circuit in the last few years has been extraordinary. His BACK-TO-BACK centuries in the Ranji Trophy has made many Cricket legends his fans.

    "Go to a fashion show…" Gavaskar slams selectors in a funny way after Sarfaraz's snub

    Talking on this topic, Sunil Gavaskar has extended his support to Sarfaraz Khan and has slammed Chetan Sharma-led All India Selection Committee for ignoring this rising star amid his red-hot form in the domestic arena.

    “If you are looking for only slim and trim guys, then might as well go to a fashion show and find some other models and give a bat and ball in their hands and then improve them. That’s not the way cricket goes. You have cricketers in all shapes and sizes. Don’t go by the size, go by the scores or wickets. He is not staying off the field when he scores a hundred. He is back on the field again. So, all that tells you is that the man is fit,” Gavaskar told India Today.

    The legendary cricketer also asserted that the Yo-Yo Test can never be the only criteria for selection.

    “How can you score runs? I think at the end of the day if you are unfit, you aren’t gonna score hundreds. Cricket fitness is the most important thing. Yo-Yo Test can’t be the only criterion. You got to make sure that the man is cricket fit as well. If the person, whoever it is, is cricket fit, then I don’t think it should matter,” Gavaskar added.

  • IPL 2023: Top 7 Wicketkeeper Batters to Watch Out For

    IPL 2023: Top 7 Wicketkeeper Batters to Watch Out For

    IPL 2023 is all set to begin in April 2023, and the star Indian wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant is going to miss out on the action this year due to a car crash, which is going to keep him out of cricket for about 4-6 months at least. However, IPL is not short of flamboyant wicketkeeper batters, and many young talents are preparing to showcase their class in the upcoming edition of the world’s biggest cricket league. Here we have listed the 7 best wicketkeeper batters that can be the star of IPL 2023.

    Pooran Dhoni

    1- Sarfaraz Khan

    Sarfaraz Khan is going to keep the wickets for Delhi Capitals in the absence of Rishabh Pant in IPL 2023. He has been phenomenal in domestic cricket this year and recently scored a century at the home ground of DC. Sarfaraz Khan can be a destructive middle-order wicketkeeper batter for Delhi Capitals.

    2- Jos Buttler

    The Rajasthan Royals wicketkeeper batter Jos Buttler has been one of the best players in the Indian Premier League for the past couple of years. He is no doubt going to be one of the top scorers in the tournament. Buttler is in red-hot form and recently destroyed the Indian bowling attack to help his team secure a victory in the semi-final against India in T20 World Cup.

    3- Ishan Kishan

    The attacking left-handed opener failed to justify his price tag in the IPL 2022, but this year he is in phenomenal form. Kishan recently scored a double century in ODIs in just 131 balls, and you can certainly expect him to be a firecracker in the upcoming edition of the IPL.

    4- Finn Allen

    Finn Allen did not get an opportunity to represent Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2022, but this year he has been retained by the team due to his striking abilities. In the recent T20 World Cup 2022, he played a match-defining knock against Australia in the group stage.

    5- MS Dhoni

    The Chennai Super Kings captain is probably going to play his last IPL this year, and fans are expecting MS Dhoni to go out with the last hurrah. He has always been reliable and showed some great knocks to his fans in the last IPL. This year we are expecting him to bid goodbye to IPL with a great season with the bat.

    6- Nicholas Poooran

    Nicholas Pooran was bought at a record price in IPL 2023 Auction by Lucknow Super Giants. Till now, he has failed to showcase his potential in IPL, but this can be the year that turns it around for him. LSG management has shown great trust in him, and we can expect Gautam Gambhir to mentor him and guide him towards a great edition with the bat.

    7- Glenn Phillips

    Glenn Phillips is a rising star in world cricket. He recently helped New Zealand win a match against Pakistan singlehandedly by scoring a quick-fire fifty. Phillips is going to represent Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2023, and he can be the most dangerous batter in this year’s edition.

  • “Sarfaraz Dhokha Nhi Dega,” Indian Fans Lash Out At BCCI on Social Media

    “Sarfaraz Dhokha Nhi Dega,” Indian Fans Lash Out At BCCI on Social Media

    Sarfaraz Khan, a legend in the making in domestic cricket, was ignored by the BCCI while selecting the squad for the Test series against Australia. The wicketkeeper batter is notching up centuries after centuries in first-class cricket and yet failed to find a place in the Test squad of India for the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

    "Sarfaraz Dhokha Nhi Dega," Indian Fans Lash Out At BCCI on Social Media

    He has an average of over 85 in first-class cricket, which is second only to the greatest of all time, Don Bradman. In his latest knock, Sarfaraz Khan scored a hard-fought century at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground in Delhi, where the other batters struggled to time the ball. He gave an interview in which he blasted the BCCI and selectors for making him hopeful and yet not giving him a chance anyways.

    Sarfaraz Khan also replied with the bat to those people who term him as overweight. He recently said that he is completely fit and has cleared the Yo-Yo Test, which Team India considers as the basic requirement for playing cricket at the national level. Harsha Bhogle and Wasim Jaffer are a few of the famous cricket personalities who have openly supported Sarfaraz Khan in this tough time.

    The fans of the Indian cricket team and Sarfaraz Khan have also come out in his support on social media handles. An Indian cricket fan Tweeted, “Sarfaraz dhokha nhi dega” and listed his achievements in the first-class cricket to open the eyes of BCCI Chief Selector Chetan Sharma.

    Here’s how the fans of Sarfaraz Khan are lashing out at BCCI for ignoring him:

  • Sarfaraz Khan scores another hundred in the Ranji Trophy, making up for the omission of selectors

    Sarfaraz Khan scores another hundred in the Ranji Trophy, making up for the omission of selectors

    Sarfaraz Khan, the young and talented Mumbai batter, has once again proven his worth by scoring a century in the ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Delhi.

    Despite his recent success and consistent performances, he was not selected for the first two Tests against Australia, leading many to question the decision of the selectors.

    Sarfaraz Khan

    Mumbai’s coach, Amol Muzumdar, was visibly impressed by Khan’s performance as he reached his hundred. The team was struggling at 110 runs for the loss of 5 wickets, but Khan’s impressive knock helped take them to a competitive total of 293 runs on the challenging Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch.

    Khan’s 125 runs came off 142 balls, including 16 fours and 4 sixes, and he gave a fitting reply to the Indian Selection Committee. This is his third century of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season, further solidifying his case for national selection. His consistent performances are giving a fitting reply to the selectors for ignoring him.

    Fans on social media have praised Sarfaraz Khan for his century, while some have also expressed their frustration with the selection committee for not including him in the squad for the first two tests against Australia.

    Here are some tweets:

    https://twitter.com/raiyanazmi10/status/1615307846828294144
    https://twitter.com/rohan9689/status/1615306776102187008

    Sarfaraz Khan has been a consistent performer in the Ranji Trophy for the past two seasons. In the 2021-22 season, he amassed an impressive 982 runs at an average of 122.75, including four centuries and two half-centuries with a best score of 275. He has continued his form in the ongoing edition of the tournament with 431 runs at an average of 107.75, a strike rate of 70.54 with two centuries and one half-century.