Rajkot, Feb. 15 -- Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan on Thursday lauded batter Sarfaraz Khan for his knock and said his debut is a testament to the fact that players who keep grinding in domestic cricket get an opportunity to don national colours.

Sarfaraz finally made his international debut, entertaining the spectators with his knock of 62 in 66 balls that had nine fours and a six. His runs came at a strike rate of 93.33.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Pathan wrote, "Keep grinding in domestic cricket, and your chance to shine for Team India will come. Sarfaraz Khan's standout performance today is a testament to that. A well-deserved half-century! #INDvsENGTest."

https://twitter.com/IrfanPathan/status/1758083899299954774

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