Sarfaraz Khan Vijay Hazare Trophy: The Vijay Hazare Trophy has become a proving ground for Indian cricketers searching for form and national selection redemption. Among those grabbing attention with fearless batting is Sarfaraz Khan, who delivered a stunning performance for Mumbai, reminding selectors why he remains a strong contender for a Team India comeback.
Sarfaraz, who last played for India in 2024, produced one of the most explosive knocks of the tournament on January 8, smashing a breathtaking 62 runs off just 20 balls against Punjab at the Jaipuria School Ground.
Sarfaraz Khan’s Match-Winning Blitz vs Punjab
🚨 Sarfraaz Khan in SMAT & VHT 🚨
In SMAT – 73(22), 64(25), 5(4), 28(15), 7*(9), 52(40) & 100*(47).
In Vijay Hazare – 62(20), 21(10), 157*(75), 55(49), 8*(5).
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Batting with a strike rate of 310, Sarfaraz Khan showcased raw power and confidence:
- Runs: 62
- Balls: 20
- Fours: 7
- Sixes: 5
He reached his half-century in just 15 balls, punishing Punjab’s bowling attack with clean and powerful strokes. The highlight of his innings came when he smashed 30 runs in a single over bowled by part-time spinner Abhishek Sharma, hitting the sequence 6, 4, 6, 4, 6, 4.
This fearless approach once again underlined Sarfaraz’s ability to dominate bowlers across formats.
Sarfaraz Khan’s Vijay Hazare Trophy Performance
Sarfaraz Khan has been consistent and impactful throughout the tournament:
- vs Punjab: 62 runs off 20 balls
- vs Himachal Pradesh: 21 runs off 10 balls
- vs Goa: 157 runs off 75 balls
- vs Chhattisgarh: Did not bat
- vs Uttarakhand: 55 runs off 49 balls
- vs Sikkim: 8 runs off 5 balls
His stunning 157-run knock against Goa further strengthened his case as one of the most dominant batters in the competition.
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Mumbai Fall Short Despite Sarfaraz’s Heroics
Despite Sarfaraz Khan’s fireworks, Mumbai lost the match by just one run against Punjab.
Punjab Innings
Punjab posted 216 runs in 45.1 overs, powered by:
- Anmolpreet Singh: 57 runs off 75 balls
- Ramandeep Singh: 72 runs off 74 balls
Mumbai Chase
Mumbai began steadily with:
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi: 23 (32 balls)
- Musheer Khan: 21 (22 balls)
Sarfaraz’s explosive innings shifted momentum, followed by Shreyas Iyer’s 45 off 34 balls. However, quick dismissals of key players like Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Tamore, and others halted the chase. Mumbai were bowled out for 215 in 26.2 overs, losing the match by a heartbreaking one run.
Sarfaraz Khan’s Statement to Indian Selectors
Sarfaraz Khan’s performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy are more than just big numbers—they are a strong message to the Indian selectors. His ability to score at an extraordinary pace while also playing long innings proves his adaptability and maturity as a batter.
With domestic cricket acting as the gateway back to international selection, Sarfaraz’s red-hot form could not have come at a better time.
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