Ranji Trophy: Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan hospitalized, participation in quarterfinal uncertain
What's the story
Sarfaraz Khan, the in-form Mumbai batter, has been hospitalized with a viral fever. His participation in the upcoming Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Karnataka, starting Friday at the MCA ground in BKC, remains uncertain, according to a report by The Times of India. The 28-year-old did not take the field during Mumbai's last match against Delhi due to his illness.
Player status
Sarfaraz has been struggling with a hamstring injury
Sarfaraz, who was recently seen with the Mumbai team during a special interactive session with legendary Sachin Tendulkar, has been struggling with a hamstring injury. He had scored 24 runs off 27 balls in the first innings against Delhi before being dismissed. He didn't take the field thereafter. His absence from the upcoming match would be a major setback for Mumbai's chances in the tournament.
Statement
Will Sarfaraz feature against Karnataka?
A source recently told TOI that Sarfaraz has a viral fever and has been hospitalized. "He is unwell, and that is why he could not come out to field in Mumbai's last match against Delhi. At the moment, it is unclear whether he will recover in time for the Karnataka match," added the source on Sarfaraz's condition.
Career highlights
Over 5,000 FC runs for Sarfaraz
Despite his current health issues, Sarfaraz has been in stellar form in first-class cricket. During the league stage of the tournament, he had scored an impressive 227 runs off 219 balls against Hyderabad. The innings also marked a major milestone as he completed 5,000 First-Class runs. The Indian batter has racked up 5,114 from 62 red-ball games at an incredible average of 64.73. His tally includes 17 tons, including one for India.