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Sarfaraz Khan's Recent Struggles Extend with Duleep Trophy Semi-Final

In continuation of the recent developments surrounding Sarfaraz Khan's exclusion from the Indian cricket team for the West Indies tour, the talented Mumbai batsman faced a setback in the Duleep Trophy semi-final clash between West Zone (WZ) and Central Zone (CZ). Khan's inability to score in both innings—getting dismissed for a duck (0 runs off 12 balls) in the first innings and contributing only 6 runs (off 30 balls) in the second innings—adds further scrutiny to his current form. 

Having garnered significant attention due to his outstanding performance in the Ranji Trophy, with a remarkable career average of 79.65 after 37 red ball games, Khan's non-inclusion in the Indian team for the West Indies tour had already raised eyebrows. Renowned cricketing figure Sunil Gavaskar had voiced his disagreement with the decision, highlighting Khan's impressive statistics and questioning the selectors' choice. 

However, Khan's struggles in the Duleep Trophy semi-final might intensify the debate surrounding his exclusion. Critics and fans will undoubtedly use this recent performance as ammunition to argue against his selection. The lack of substantial contributions in both innings certainly raises concerns about his form and ability to perform consistently at the highest level. 

While it is crucial to remember that cricket is a game of ups and downs, Khan's consecutive failures in the Duleep Trophy semi-final may further complicate his chances of making a comeback to the national team. The selectors and the BCCI will likely closely monitor his performances in upcoming matches to assess his potential for future opportunities. 

As the cricketing community discusses and dissects Khan's recent struggles, it remains to be seen whether this will have any bearing on his prospects for future national team selections. Fans, experts, and the player himself will be eagerly watching to see how he responds and bounces back from this setback. 

Stay tuned for further updates on Sarfaraz Khan's cricketing journey.