Sarfaraz’s diligent efforts materialised in a classy 62 off 66 balls as he showcased his batting prowess at quantity six, promising a considerable rating.Unfortunately, a misunderstanding with star all-rounder Jadeja within the center curtailed his promising debut innings, resulting in a run-out by Mark Wood on the non-striker’s finish. Sarfaraz’s innings added aptitude to a powerful day for the hosts, although it concluded with an unlucky miscommunication.
Expressing regret on Instagram, the all-rounder conveyed his disappointment about Sarfaraz’s run-out and proceeded to applaud the younger cricketer for his commendable efficiency.
“Feeling bad for Sarfaraz Khan. It was my wrong call. Well played,” Jadeja wrote on Instagram story.
Earlier, Sarfaraz was requested concerning the incident through the press convention following the day’s play in Rajkot, and the batter appeared unconcerned.
“There was a little miscommunication. This is part of the game. Sometimes there is a run-out, sometimes there is a run, and sometimes there is not. So all this goes on. He (Jadeja) said that there was a little miscommunication. And I said that it is okay. It happens. There is nothing big in it,” Sarfaraz stated throughout a post-day press convention.
The 26-year-old thanked the all-rounder for helping him by his debut. Sarfaraz was apprehensive within the first few balls of his innings, even top-edging a slog sweep. Sarfaraz claimed that Jadeja calmed his nervousness and suggested him to play a prolonged innings.
“When I was batting with Jadeja, I told him to play while communicating with me. I like to play that way. He helped me out a lot and supported me. He helped me control my nerves and told me to spend as much time as possible on the crease to understand everything. That is what I did and I scored runs,” he added.
(With inputs from ANI)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com