Wed Oct 02 17:36:23 UTC 2024: ## Sarfaraz Khan Blasts Double Century in Irani Cup, Proving His Worth After Test Snub
**Lucknow, India:** Indian batsman Sarfaraz Khan, who was surprisingly dropped from the Indian Test squad for the Bangladesh series, silenced his critics with a blistering double century in the Irani Cup on Wednesday. Khan, playing for Mumbai, reached the landmark off just 253 balls, becoming the first Mumbai player to achieve this feat in the tournament’s history.
The 26-year-old’s innings, punctuated by 25 fours and four sixes, propelled Mumbai to a commanding 536 for 9 at the end of Day 2. He ended the day unbeaten on 221, also setting a new record for the highest individual score in the Irani Cup.
This was Khan’s 15th first-class century, demonstrating his consistency and class. His performance came after he failed to secure a spot in the playing eleven for the Bangladesh Test series despite an impressive debut against England where he scored 200 runs in five innings.
“This is a fantastic response from Sarfaraz,” said a Mumbai team official. “He has proven his class and shown that he is a valuable asset to Indian cricket.”
Khan’s performance has raised eyebrows and fueled speculation about his potential return to the Indian Test team. His impressive first-class record and current form, coupled with the upcoming Test series against New Zealand and Australia, could see him earn a recall.
Meanwhile, Mumbai continue to dominate the match, putting the Rest of India under immense pressure. The Rest of India will need to bat with extraordinary grit and determination to even come close to Mumbai’s score.
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