Cricket Control Board in India (BCCI) has announced IndiaThe 15-member team for the upcoming two-match test series against the West Indies. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar Confirmed the team during a press conference held in Dubai. The squad, looking well balanced, left the name especially once again Sarfaraz KhanA trend continues that has surprised fans and pundits equally.
The reason behind the absence of Sarfaraz Khan from India Squad for the West Indies Test series
Putting all speculation to rest, Chief Selector Agkar confirmed that Sarfaraz’s absence from the Test squad is due to the injury of quadriseps. Talented middle-order batsman is currently recovering BCCI center Excellence (COE), Where he is undergoing rehabilitation to achieve full fitness.
“he is injured.” Agarkar was called by Hindustan Times
This official statement provides clarity to the cricketer after weeks of reports claiming to be fit on time for the series. However, as it turns out, 27 -year -old is yet to recover completely and may require more time. The fact is that Sarfaraz was also not nominated The rest of India squad for Iranian Trophy Further confirms that the selectors have a clear understanding of their recovery timeline and want to give enough time to heal him without his return to competitive cricket.
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A familiar absence for Sarfaraz: a return from the beginning of the test waiting
Sarfaraz’s non-selection is a familiar subject for the West Indies series, as he was left out of the squad against the controversial preceding test series EnglandIt came as a surprise for many people, especially when he was a permanent member of the Indian side after the introduction of his test against England in 2024.
Sarfaraz has played six Tests so far, scored 371 runs at a solid average of 371, including a century and three half -centuries. After traveling Australia For Border-gavaskar trophyHe did not get any chance in the playing XI and then found himself to ignore. Now, with the confirmation of the injury, it is hoped that Sarfaraz will achieve full fitness and will once again make a strong case for Mumbai through performance in the upcoming Ranji Trophy.
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