WATCH- Ravi Shastri mistakenly identifies Sarfaraz Khan’s wife as mother during Rajkot Test

Yesterday, the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot witnessed a moment years in the making. Sarfaraz Khan, the prolific run-scorcher from Mumbai, finally received his maiden Test cap, marking the culmination of a dedicated journey and fulfilling a personal and familial dream.

Khan‘s path to the Test arena wasn’t a smooth one. Despite amassing mountains of runs in domestic cricket, boasting a first-class average close to 70, his selection remained elusive. Critics questioned his temperament, while some argued his style wouldn’t translate seamlessly to the rigors of Test cricket. But Khan persevered, his bat doing the talking with relentless consistency.

The Test cap was a testament to his unwavering commitment. The emotion was palpable as legendary cricketer Anil Kumble presented him with the coveted cap. Tears welled up in Khan’s eyes, mirroring the joy and relief etched on his father’s face, who witnessed the ceremony live. It was a moment of vindication and a validation of their shared dream.

His maiden innings, though tragically cut short, was a blazing 62 runs off just 66 balls. It was a spectacle of attacking flair, showcasing his confidence and fearless strokeplay. He spanked nine boundaries and a maximum, fearlessly taking on spinners and pacers alike. He electrified the Rajkot crowd and announced his arrival on the grandest stage. While a run-out ended his innings prematurely, the 62 runs served as a powerful statement- the wait was over, and Sarfaraz Khan had arrived, leaving the cricket world eagerly awaiting his next chapter.

Ravi Shastri mixes things up!

While excitement undoubtedly swirled around Sarfaraz Khan’s debut, a slight slip-up occurred in the commentary box. Renowned commentator Ravi Shastri mistakenly mentioned Khan’s mother being present in the stands alongside his father, when it was actually his wife, Romana Zahoor, cheering him on with immense pride.

With the kind of talent that he possesses, the sky is the limit for Khan and as such, his family members are sure to get plenty or more opportunities to cheer and applaud the 26-year-old. Khan will be determined to put up another good show in the second innings because as the match stands currently, India might as well require it.