Sarfaraz Khan's return: A 17kg weight loss, relentless fight and a Test recall
Cricketer Sarfaraz Khan has been recalled to the Indian Test squad for the series against Sri Lanka after a 19-month absence. The selection follows his consistent domestic performance and a dedicated physical fitness regimen.
Why it matters
It highlights the intersection of professional sports performance, physical fitness standards, and the selection politics within international cricket.
In cricket, as in life, fortunes can change in a short time. Over the years, Sarfaraz Khan has subtly expressed his frustration at being sidelined from the Indian Test team despite consistent performances in the Ranji Trophy.On Friday, the Mumbai batter posted a photo on Instagram from the 2019 Telugu film ‘Jersey’ with a caption that read: “I may not fit in, but I’ll fight with everything I’ve got.”Just 48 hours later, the 28-yearold was rewarded for his seemingly endless ‘fight’ when he replaced the injured Sai Sudharsan in the Indian squad for the Test series against Sri Lanka. After finally receiving the news he had been waiting for, Sarfaraz shared his first post on social media, posting a couple of pictures in the Team India travelling jersey.
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