Indian captain Rohit Sharma and promising Mumbai batsman Sarfaraz Khan recently ignited a social media frenzy when a photo of them training together at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru went viral. Fans were captivated to see the seasoned skipper sharing nets with the talented young run-scorer.
Sarfaraz’s impressive performances in domestic cricket have consistently reinforced his strong claim for a spot in the national squad. He recently showcased his explosive talent by smashing an unbeaten 109 runs off just 109 balls against Haryana in the Buchi Babu Tournament held in Chennai. Entering the crease with Mumbai in trouble at 84 for four, the 27-year-old played a crucial role, building a 117-run partnership with Hardik Tamore to steer his team out of peril. This scintillating innings, adorned with nine fours and five sixes, followed his equally impactful 138 in the tournament’s opening match against TNCA XI.
Despite Mumbai’s exit from the competition after conceding the first-innings lead to Bengal, Sarfaraz’s remarkable consistency has been the undeniable highlight. With India’s upcoming home Test season, his stellar performances couldn’t be more perfectly timed for a potential call-up.
Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma is diligently preparing for India’s upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, which kicks off on October 19 in Perth. The 38-year-old, who announced his retirement from Test cricket in May after a distinguished career, is poised to make his international return after a seven-month hiatus. A recent video from his net session, shared on Instagram, delighted fans by showcasing his characteristic fluency and confirming his full fitness following a minor health concern last week.
The images of Rohit mentoring Sarfaraz at the NCA have naturally sparked widespread discussion about a potential grooming process for the young, gifted batter. With cricket icons like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli now primarily concentrating on One Day Internationals, it’s widely believed that the mantle of leadership and performance could soon transition to the next wave of cricketing talent.