On Monday (Jan 29), India were dealt a huge blow when all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and versatile batter KL Rahul got ruled out of the second Test versus England, in Visakhapatnam, due to injury concerns.

Ind vs Eng, 2nd Test: Former Indian opener backs 'unorthodox' batter Sarfaraz Khan to replace KL Rahul

Sarfaraz Khan has been piling on runs at an incredible consistency in the Ranji Trophy over the last couple of seasons. He has been one of the best batters in the tournament in the last two seasons and has been knocking on the selectors' door for a maiden Test call-up.

He is very deserving of coming close to a Test squad: Sanjay Manjrekar lauds Sarfaraz Khan after dream run

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Ind vs Eng, 2nd Test: Former Indian opener backs 'unorthodox' batter Sarfaraz Khan to replace KL Rahul

He is very deserving of coming close to a Test squad: Sanjay Manjrekar lauds Sarfaraz Khan after dream run