Sarfaraz Khan responds to exclusion from India A squad

Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has expressed his disappointment after being overlooked for the India A squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand. Despite his expectations for a call-up, the 29-year-old stated that he remains committed to domestic cricket and will continue to focus on his performance and fitness.

Sarfaraz noted that while he has not been told directly, he has heard reports that selectors view him primarily as a player suited for Indian conditions. He questioned this perception by citing his successful performances for India A in overseas conditions, including matches in South Africa and England.

During a Ranji Trophy fixture against Railways at the Brabourne Stadium, Sarfaraz scored 55 runs on the first day. He previously served as a replacement for the injured Sai Sudharsan during the Test series against Sri Lanka in August but did not receive a game during that period.