Sarfaraz Khan to join India squad for first Test against Bangladesh
Sarfaraz Khan is set to join the Indian squad for the first Test against Bangladesh tonight, following his participation in an additional Duleep Trophy match. The talented batter has already played three Test matches for India, all during the series against England earlier this year. His strong performances earned him a place in the squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh.
Sarfaraz was allowed to play in the second round of the Duleep Trophy for India C, with the match concluding today. He is expected to travel directly to Chennai, where the Indian team is preparing for the series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. The camp began on September 13, and with Sarfaraz joining, the squad will be complete.
Sarfaraz’s recent form and solid showing in the Duleep Trophy make him a contender for a spot in the playing XI, but competition for the middle-order is fierce. With KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant also in the mix, the final selection for the number five position will be closely watched.
The first Test between India and Bangladesh will begin shortly, and fans are eager to see how the squad shapes up for the series.