Sarfaraz Khan marked his debut as the 311th Test player for India in the ongoing third Test against England in Rajkot, shining a light on a journey filled with hard work and dedication. However, the spotlight extended beyond the boundary as Sarfaraz’s father, Naushad Khan, made his commentary debut, adding a poetic touch to his son’s delayed entry into Test cricket.

Present at the historic moment, Naushad Khan, who also serves as Sarfaraz’s coach, witnessed the culmination of countless hours of effort. Emotions overflowed as Sarfaraz received his Test cap from the legendary Anil Kumble, with tears streaming down the faces of Naushad and Sarfaraz’s wife, emphasizing the significance of the moment.

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In a poetic exchange on his son’s belated debut, Naushad responded to a former Indian cricketer in the commentary panel, saying, “Raat ko waqt chahiye guzarne ke liye, lekin Suraj meri marzi se nahi nikalne wala {it takes time for the night to pass, the sun is not going to rise according to my wish}.”

Sarfaraz Khan’s selection is a testament to his consistent performances in domestic cricket and for India A. The 26-year-old cricketer’s journey to the national team is a story of persistence and determination. Alongside Sarfaraz, another debutant, Dhruv Jurel, also received his cap, adding to the excitement of the moment.

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Opting to bat first after winning the toss in the third Test, India, led by skipper Rohit Sharma’s impactful innings of 87 and contributions from Ravindra Jadeja (54), is positioned at 165/3. As the day unfolds, both Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel are eagerly awaiting their turn to make an impact on the field for the national side. The debutants are set to contribute to India’s quest for a commanding position in the Test match.