Sarfaraz Khan’s maiden innings in international cricket was marked by support and jubilation from his family as he notched his first runs for India on Day 1 of the third Test against England. Romana, Sarfaraz’s wife, and Naushad, his father, cheered fervently from the stands as Sarfaraz displayed determination and composure at the crease.
Facing the challenge of Mark Wood’s bowling, Sarfaraz remained unfazed, capitalizing on a full toss to secure his first runs with a well-placed shot towards mid-on. Demonstrating confidence against spinners, the 26-year-old showcased his attacking prowess with boundary-hitting strokes to the on side, earning applause from the crowd.
As Sarfaraz’s innings unfolded, his family’s visible joy mirrored the relief and pride felt by fans witnessing his promising debut performance at the newly-named Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.
