Dinesh Karthik backs Gill, Sarfaraz to shine in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has expressed his belief that young talents Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan could potentially replace seasoned players Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The five-match series is set to commence on November 22 in Australia. Karthik's comments were made during an appearance on Cricbuzz, where he highlighted the impressive performances of both Gill and Sarfaraz against England earlier this year.
Gill and Sarfaraz's performances against England
Karthik praised Gill and Sarfaraz for their exceptional performances against England in the home series earlier this year. He stated, "Both of those batters have done really well against England in the home series that recently happened at the start of the year." The former cricketer also expressed confidence that these two players would be part of India's squad for the Australian tour.
Gill's international impact and Sarfaraz's domestic success
Gill has already made a significant impact at the international level, particularly in Tests. His ability to handle pressure in challenging conditions and previous performances in Australia underscore his potential. On the other hand, Sarfaraz has consistently scored runs against formidable bowling attacks in domestic cricket. His impressive performances in the home series against England have caught the attention of selectors, strengthening his case for inclusion in India's squad for Australia tour.
The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy
The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, a five-match series, will be a stern test for India's batting lineup. The series will feature matches in Perth, Adelaide (including a pink-ball Test), Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney. Team India is aiming to extend its dominance in Australia after winning the previous two editions of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in 2018/19 and 2020/21 Down Under.
