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Sarfaraz Khan not part of India A squad against South Africa A

Shama Mohamed hints at India head coach Gautam Gambhir's stance on matter

Social media audiences erupt in debate

Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed ignited controversy on Wednesday (October 22, 2025) by questioning whether Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan was excluded from the India A cricket squad due to his surname, also hinting at the Indian team's head coach Gautam Gambhir's stance on the issue.

Questioning Selection: Surname And Timing

Mohamed's remark came on the heels of Tuesday’s national selection committee announcement, which saw Khan’s name missing from both squads for two first-class games against South Africa A, led by Rishabh Pant.

In a post on X, Mohamed stated, "Is Sarfaraz Khan not se

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