Fans slam BCCI for ignoring Sarfaraz Khan in India A squad for South Africa A unofficial Tests

There was no room for medium-grade consistent dough Sarfaraz Khan when Board of Control for cricket in India (BCCI) Announce India A Teams for the upcoming two unofficial test matches against South Africa A. This surprising omission has left many fans and cricket pundits questioning the rationale behind the selection, especially given Sarfaraz’s form and recent improvements.

Sarfraz Khan’s refusal angered fans when the BCCI announced the India A team for the tour of South Africa

India’s squad announcement for the two four-day matches against South Africa A has been included Rishabh Pant As captain, who is recovering from a broken foot suffered earlier this year. Sai Sudarsan He was appointed as his deputy. The band included prominent names such as: Devdutt Padikkal, Aayush Mhatre, Rajat Patidar, KL Rahuland Dhruv Gurel. but, Sarfaraz Khanwho was a reliable middle-order performer, was not selected. Fans on social media expressed their surprise and frustration at BCCI’s decision, questioning why a player of Sarfaraz’s caliber was left out despite his consistent performances in domestic cricket and India A’s previous tours.

Critics highlighted that Sarfraz had excelled significantly during the period England tour of India Aand scored a crucial 92 in the first unofficial test. Although the injury sidelined him temporarily, Sarfraz used the time to work on his fitness and came back stronger. His efforts paid off as he lost significant weight and made a strong comeback Ranji TrophyRecently, he scored 74 runs for Mumbai. Despite these credentials, the selection committee chose to overlook him once again, leaving cricket fans baffled and disappointed.

Also Read: Rishabh Pant returns as BCCI announces India squad for South Africa in unofficial Tests

Here’s how fans reacted:

🚨 🚨
Welcome @BCCI ,

Aap se request hai ke please sarfaraz khan ko ab domestic cricket mein bhi mat khilao.

Kisi Acche player ko khilao uski jagah jab aap ko usse team mein selection hi nahi karna hai to kyun khilate ho. @BCCIdomestic#SarfrazKhan

It is considered,
Cricket fan pic.twitter.com/Wt8Qu0q5jQ

– Shakur Surf (@Shakurs17) October 21, 2025

Where is Sarfraz Khan? @BCCI @imAagarkar @gauthamgambir @ShubmanGill ?

– SRT (@chinnu231) October 21, 2025

Will Sarfaraz Khan get a chance?

First Division (FC): 55 matches
4685 runs
65.98 average
16/15 100/50 seconds
Highest score 301*

International debut: Sarfaraz made his Test debut for India in February 2024 against England, scoring twin fifties in his debut match.

now/
Sarfaraz… pic.twitter.com/M0prUNahZ0

– Supervisor 45 (@Mushara78386844) October 21, 2025

Sarfaraz Khan is once again snubbed from the India A team. #India #Mumbai #SarfrazKhan pic.twitter.com/NYEP0CBjev

— Mr. Cricket UAE (@mrcricketuae) October 21, 2025

Sarfaraz Khan is not even a band in India😲.When did he get so bad?#SarfrazKhan pic.twitter.com/FzJzfUopCV

– Nikhil (@nikhil_exe9) October 21, 2025

Sajeesh hai inke sarfaraz khan ko aaji badni nahi denge waseem jafar sir ki tara hal kr denge muki hai nahi denge https://t.co/jZCcgm0lFd

— AtifOnCricket 🏏 (@cricatif) October 21, 2025

I feel for Sarfaraz Khan…!!!!! 💔

He played on the tour of England for the India A team, scored 92 runs in the first unofficial match but then was out of the picture due to injury – his fitness improved, he lost a lot of weight and returned to the Ranji Trophy (he scored an important 74) but had no place in the… pic.twitter.com/cLnMWBipcA

—Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 21, 2025

Thank you very much BCCI for not considering Sarfaraz Khan in the team.
Oska acha nahi har har par ki tara jaldi 0ut ho jaata hai performance.

Itna rangi corresponds to khela hai phir bhi shayad ek century bhi nahi lagaya hai.

Team mein to jo jo 30+ run banata hai usko mauka milta hai.

– Shakur Surf (@Shakurs17) October 21, 2025

Get to know Sarfaraz Khan:

– He averages 65+ in FC
-He gave a brilliant performance against Ig in his opponent’s series when India were 0-1 down
He scored 150 points before two tests
– Weight reduction of 17 kg
-Passed the yo-yo test

Not selected for Ind-A, another career ruined by Agarkar & Gambhir!!#SarfrazKhan #bcci pic.twitter.com/LmOTMzfhgw

— 𝐈𝐂𝐓 ᴬᵁᴿᴬ🇮🇳 (@AURAICTT) October 21, 2025

🚨There is no Sarfaraz Khan for India A🚨

Sarfaraz Khan has scored a lot of hundreds and is involved in domestic cricket but bcci has always sidelined him when it comes to the Indian team he is a victim of the ugly politics of bcci and Gautam Gambhir.

Shame on bcci and coach GG 🤡”

pic.twitter.com/gyQX7KghtH

– 93 (@93yorker) October 21, 2025

Please someone explain to me what mistake Sarfaraz Khan did?

-He scored 92 goals against England in an unofficial match and then suffered an injury.

-He worked on improving his physical fitness and lost a lot of weight.

– He returned to Ranji and scored some important goals there.

Now, he’s not even in India… pic.twitter.com/qQdhSZgyDV

– Almus (@almusila) October 21, 2025

Insights into Sarfaraz Khan’s form and exclusion

Sarfaraz’s exclusion is puzzling, given his recent form in the top flight and the progress he has shown in maintaining fitness. He has been in the spotlight for significantly reducing his fitness, losing 17kg around the middle of 2025, to enhance his game and increase his chances of selection for the national team. His credentials as a red-ball player remain strong, having played a vital innings for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy and impressed during India A’s overseas tours.

It is also worth noting that the Chairman of the Selection Committee Ajit Agarkar He had earlier ruled out Sarfaraz from the Test squad due to fitness concerns and a minor quadriceps injury. However, Sarfaraz resumed competitive cricket after the injury and gave a commendable performance in domestic cricket. Some analysts see this continued snub as part of a broader selection dilemma given the abundance of middle-order talent in Indian cricket, while others argue that Sarfaraz deserves a fair chance given his proven performances.

Also Read: Virat Kohli, Smriti Mandhana, KL Rahul and other Indian cricketers wish everyone a happy and safe Diwali