🧢 From Ignored Talent to Fitness Hero
You know that one friend who keeps proving themselves but still doesn’t get the spotlight? That’s been Sarfaraz Khan—ridiculous numbers in domestic cricket. Yet somehow, he’s always been just outside the team.
People whispered (and sometimes said it out loud): “He’s not fit enough.” So what did Sarfaraz do? Complain? Make noise?
Nope. He got to work. Quietly. Fiercely.
🥲 Cutting Out Biryani? Now That’s Commitment
Let’s not pretend this was easy. He completely dropped roti, rice, sugar, maida — all the good stuff that gives life its flavour. Even biryani, which for a Hyderabadi soul like me is borderline spiritual, was off the table. His dad said the whole house supported the diet because that’s the only way this would’ve worked.
Instead, he lived off:
- Boiled broccoli and carrots
- Grilled fish or chicken
- Sprouts, eggs, avocados
- Green tea and green coffee (ugh, but okay, respect)
It wasn’t a crash diet. It was structured. It was intentional. And it was ruthless.
🏋️♂️ Twice-A-Day Training Like a Man on a Mission
And he didn’t just sit around eating cucumbers. Sarfaraz trained hard. Twice a day, every day.
Morning sessions. Gym. Fielding drills. Batting practice. He was facing 300 to 500 swinging balls a day just to prep for England-like conditions.
And I mean, I get tired walking up the stairs. Meanwhile, this man was out there, grinding like a man who knows this is his shot and he’s not going to miss it again.
⚡ Not Just Slimmer — Sharper, Faster, Hungrier
This wasn’t about vanity. It wasn’t about abs or Instagram likes.
It was about cricket. Sarfaraz knew that fitness was the missing link in his game. His skills? Unquestionable. His runs? Proven. But he needed to move better, field better, recover faster. And now? He’s doing that. Selectors might still have him on the waiting list, but it’s getting harder to ignore what he’s become.
📸 Social Media Took Notice — So Did Kevin Pietersen
Once his photos hit social media, people were shocked. “Is that him?” “This man’s not playing around.”
Even Kevin Pietersen chimed in and said this should inspire other players — he even name-dropped Prithvi Shaw as someone who should take notes. I mean, when KP is out here cheering for you, that’s no small deal.
⚠️ But Wait — Is Losing 17 Kg That Fast… Safe?
Look, it’s a fair question. Health experts have pointed out that dropping that much weight in such a short span needs serious care. Muscle loss, energy dips — it’s all a risk if it’s done the wrong way.
But from what we can see, Sarfaraz didn’t just starve himself thin. He worked smart. Ate clean. Trained hard. And based on the way he’s been moving on the field? The guy’s glowing in the best way.
🏏 What’s Next for Sarfaraz?
Still not in the senior team — yet. But he’s with India A, scoring runs, fielding sharply, and probably waiting for the moment the selectors finally stop playing safe.
Because now, you can’t say he’s unfit. You can’t say he’s lazy. All you can say is: he’s done everything he was told to do. And then some.
TL;DR:
- Lost 17 kg in just over 2 months
- Cut out all carbs, sugar, and fried food
- Trained like a beast — twice a day
- Still waiting on national recall, but closer than ever
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