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'So Much Hard Work': David Warner Lauds Sarfaraz Khan After His First Int'l Century 

Sarfaraz Khan has played like a seasoned campaigner [Source: PTI/@mufaddal_vohra]Sarfaraz Khan has played like a seasoned campaigner [Source: PTI/@mufaddal_vohra]

It takes a rare kind of mettle to turn the tides under pressure, a feat Sarfaraz Khan achieved with aplomb on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand at Bengaluru. Stepping in for an indisposed Shubman Gill, Sarfaraz transformed his second innings from a zero to a hero narrative by notching a magnificent century that has breathed new life into a faltering Indian innings.

David Warner Applauds Sarfaraz Khan’s Hundred

Sarfaraz's innings was of intent and character. After bowing out for a duck in the first innings, he returned to the crease with something to prove—not just to the selectors, but to the cricketing world.

His stroke-filled 110-ball century, filled with 13 fours and three sixes, was a masterclass in aggressive batting. The Mumbai-born batsman's celebration, a jubilant sprint with both hands raised, was the perfect exclamation point to a knock that could define his career.

The cricketing fraternity was quick to acknowledge Sarfaraz's brilliance, with Australian cricket star David Warner leading the accolades. Warner took to social media to share a collage posted by Delhi Capitals, contrasting Sarfaraz's early days in first-class cricket with his latest hundred for India.

His caption, "Well done @sarfarazkhan97. Soo much hard work. Awesome to see this," highlighted the recognition of Sarfaraz's hard work and dedication. Warner aptly used the song "Soorma Anthem" from the film Soorma to celebrate this milestone.


India's Counterattack in Bengaluru

The day began under a cloud, with India needing to erase a daunting first-innings deficit. New Zealand had set a mountainous lead, thanks largely to India's collapse to their lowest Test score on home soil.

However, Sarfaraz, alongside Rishabh Pant, who himself smashed a quick fifty, led a spirited counterattack. From the jaws of defeat, India has clawed its way back, now trailing by a mere 12 runs with the potential to set a challenging target for the Kiwis on the final two days.

All eyes will be on this young stalwart and his partner, Rishabh Pant, as they look to turn the screws on New Zealand.