The exclusion of Sarfaraz Khan from India A’s squad for the upcoming four-day matches against South Africa A has once again fired debates over selection transparency in Indian cricket. Despite impressive domestic performances and a renewed focus on fitness, the 28-year-old batter once again finds himself sidelined and the reactions have been sharp.

Social media erupted soon after the announcement, with fans and experts questioning what more Sarfaraz needs to do to earn his place. The biggest voice among them was that of former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who expressed his dismay on his podcast. “I can’t find any logic behind Sarfaraz’s non-selection in the India A side. I feel very, very sad for him. If I were a selector, what would I even tell him? He’s lost weight, scored runs and even

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