SaralnamaRavichandran Ashwin expressed shock in Mumbai on after Sarfaraz Khan was left out of the India A squad for the South Africa A series. Khan, who averages over 65 in first-class cricket, was overlooked despite scoring a century against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Ashwin questioned the selectors' decision, saying it demotivates consistent domestic performers. He compared Khan's situation to players like Badrinath and Tiwary. The BCCI cited fitness concerns and limited match practice as reasons for Khan's omission. Selectors will assess Khan's form in the ongoing Ranji season before considering him for India A. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 11:45 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Ravichandran Ashwin expressed shock in Mumbai on 23 Oct 2025 after Sarfaraz Khan was left out of the India A squad for the South Africa A series
- Khan, who averages over 65 in first-class cricket, was overlooked despite scoring a century against New Zealand in Bengaluru
- Ashwin questioned the selectors' decision, saying it demotivates consistent domestic performers