Why Should I Work Hard: Sarfaraz Airs Frustration After Prolonged Wait for India Recall
Sarfaraz Khan says repeated snubs have left him questioning his drive, while crediting his father’s support and his six-Test record for keeping him going.
- On Monday, 29-year-old batter Sarfaraz Khan questioned his India future, expressing frustration over his continued exclusion from the Test team despite consistent domestic runs and improved fitness.
- Sarfaraz claimed selectors view him primarily as a home Test specialist, disregarding his strong performances in intra-squad matches, including a 63-ball century in South Africa and a 101-run innings off 76 balls in England.
- The Mumbai batter shed 20 kg, reducing his weight from 97 kg to 77 kg, though he noted no official directive from the Indian team prompted the significant personal lifestyle change.
- Crediting his father, Naushad Khan, as his sole supporter, Sarfaraz said, "When I see my father working hard, then I think, 'Okay, I will go out there and score for him.'"
- While his international status remains uncertain, he continues playing for Mumbai, recently scoring 55 off 100 balls against Railways, insisting, "If they call me up I will go and play . If they do not call me up, I will play here.
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'Why Should I Work Harder?': India's Domestic Star Questions His Motivation After Repeated Snubs
Sarfaraz Khan opens up about India snubs, emotional struggles, domestic cricket achievements and how his father's unwavering support continues to motivate him to keep working hard
Sarfaraz Khan has expressed his frustration with being consistently overlooked for Team India. The Mumbai batsman said that he often wonders why he works so hard, but seeing his father, Naushad, struggle keeps him going. Sarfaraz also mentioned his runs in overseas conditions.
'Why should I wake up at 5 am?': Sarfaraz Khan opens up on India snubs, motivation and father's support
Sarfaraz Khan remains motivated to play cricket despite being overlooked for national selection multiple times. He questions his daily efforts while seeking inspiration from his father's dedication to his career. Although he has performed well in domestic matches, the selector's perception limits his opportunities for overseas play. Sarfaraz's focus on fitness has resulted in significant weight loss and improved performance.
"Why Should I Work Hard?" Sarfaraz Khan Airs Frustration After Prolonged Wait For India Recall
"Why should I work hard?" Middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan on Monday sounded bitter after improved fitness and consistent runs in domestic cricket failed to secure him a return to the Indian Test team.
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Deccan ChronicleWhy should I work hard: Sarfaraz airs frustration after prolonged wait for India recall
Mumbai, Nov 2 (PTI) “Why should I work hard?” Middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan on Monday sounded bitter after improved fitness and consistent runs at domestic cricket failed to secure him a return to the Indian Test team. Sarfaraz’s last appearance in India whites came against New Zealand in 2024 at the Wankhede Stadium. “So much […]
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