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Sarfaraz Khan Reveals His Instagram Following Grew Exponentially After India Debut

Sarfaraz Khan said on Friday that his father, Naushad, urged him to play domestic matches as if he was playing for the country even when his selection to the Indian team was getting delayed despite scoring tall runs in the national circuit. Sarfaraz finally got the opportunity to play for India during the recently-concluded five-match Test series against England where he showcased his prowess by scoring three half-centuries. Despite an amazing First-Class record of scoring 3,912 runs at an average of 69.85 with 14 centuries, the Mumbai cricketer wasn't getting a break in the India team. Even the legendary Sunil Gavaskar backed his Test selection last year after seeing him score copious amount of runs in domestic cricket.

"Who Listens In Their 20s?": Sunil Gavaskar Recalls 'Mildly Reprimanding' Yashasvi Jaiswal

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has revealed that he "mildly reprimanded" young batter Yashasvi Jaiswal during the Test tour of South Africa in December 2023. Recalling his chat with Jaiswal, Gavaskar said that he schooled the young opener for throwing away his wicket in the second Test against West Indies in Trinidad. After scoring a century on his debut, Jaiswal was destined to reach triple figures in the second game. However, he chased a wide delivery and nicked it to second slip for 57.

England Stars "Can't Stomach" Indian Players' Fees: Sunil Gavaskar's No Holds Barred Bashing On Sledging

The Indian cricket team just finished a 4-1 rout of England in a five-Test series. Rohit Sharma marshalled a young Indian cricket team with absolute control as the side consolidated its place on top of the World Test Championship standings. The loss was a first for the Bazaball era in England Test cricket. There was much hype surrounding England's aggressive brand of Test cricket under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes. They won the first Test too but later could not stop India.

"Please Say Sorry To Mr Sunil Gavaskar": Sarfaraz Khan's Response After India Great's 'Don Bradman' Reminder

Sarfaraz Khan's debut in the India vs England test series was one of the success stories coming out of the five-match contest. Sarfaraz Khan's long wait for an international debut made the occasion all the more special. One of the most consistent performers in domestic circuit, Sarfaraz Khan proved that he is meant for the big stage with his good show against Ben Stokes and Co. He scored three half-centuries in five innings.

"Not Look Down Their Noses At Us Natives": Sunil Gavaskar Blasts 'Smirking' England, Says Australia Are Better

The India vs England Test series is done with a fresh-faced Rohit Sharma-led side winning the contest 4-1. Despite losing the first Test and missing the services of top players like Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami, the Indian cricket team came back strong, boosted by some superlative display from a bunch of debutants. The victory saw India consolidate their position at the the top of the World Test Championship points table, while England are reeling among the bottom teams.

R Ashwin's Brilliant Response As Sunil Gavaskar Reminds Him Of Joe Root's Pre-Match Comment

Ravichandran Ashwin was truly at his best as he became only the 14th Indian player to feature in 100 Test matches. Ashwin took England batters for a ride, claiming 9 wickets in the 5th Test at Dharamsala, producing one of his finest performances in the whites. After the game, India legend Sunil Gavaskar caught up with Ashwin and spoke about the manner in which he continues to bamboozle batters, even at this stage of his career.

"Never Take Anything For Granted": Sunil Gavaskar Lashes Out At India Star Over "Disappointing" Dismissal

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar was disappointed with Dhruv Jurel after the young wicketkeeper-batter threw his wicket in the first innings of the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala. Jurel, who won the player of the match award in the last game, walked in to bat at No. 7 after India lost the wicket of debutant batter Devdutt Padikkal. Jurel's stay lasted just 24 balls as he holed out to Ben Duckett at long-on. As he was walking back to the dressing room after his dismissal, Jurel kept staring at his bat with a look of disbelief on his face.

"I Am On 0": Unhappy Sunil Gavaskar Serves 'Don Bradman' Reminder To Sarfaraz Khan After Dismissal vs England

Sarfaraz Khan's good run since he made his Test debut continued on Friday with his third half-centiry in five innings. After consistent performances in domestic cricket and much wait, Sarfaraz Khan made his Test debut in Rajkot and scored half-centutres in both the innings. In Dharamsala, on the second day of the fifth Test against England, Sarfaraz Khan 56 off 60 balls. His entertaining knock consisted eight fours and one six.

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Sarfaraz Khan Reveals His Instagram Following Grew Exponentially After India Debut

"Who Listens In Their 20s?": Sunil Gavaskar Recalls 'Mildly Reprimanding' Yashasvi Jaiswal

England Stars "Can't Stomach" Indian Players' Fees: Sunil Gavaskar's No Holds Barred Bashing On Sledging

"Please Say Sorry To Mr Sunil Gavaskar": Sarfaraz Khan's Response After India Great's 'Don Bradman' Reminder

"Not Look Down Their Noses At Us Natives": Sunil Gavaskar Blasts 'Smirking' England, Says Australia Are Better

R Ashwin's Brilliant Response As Sunil Gavaskar Reminds Him Of Joe Root's Pre-Match Comment

"Never Take Anything For Granted": Sunil Gavaskar Lashes Out At India Star Over "Disappointing" Dismissal

"I Am On 0": Unhappy Sunil Gavaskar Serves 'Don Bradman' Reminder To Sarfaraz Khan After Dismissal vs England