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[Saba Sports News] Exciting news for Indian cricket! According to a PTI report, rising stars Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel have been awarded BCCI central contracts. The decision was reportedly taken in the BCCI Apex Council meeting on Monday.
The official announcement from the BCCI is still awaited, but reports suggest both players have been included in Group C of the central contracts program. This would mean an annual retainership fee of Rs. 1 crore each.
This news comes on the heels of their impressive outings in the recently concluded Test series against England. Khan, the dominant Mumbai batsman, showcased his talent on the national stage, scoring three well-constructed half-centuries in his three Tests. Jurel, the wicket-keeper batsman from Agra, also made a remarkable debut, grabbing a Player of the Match award in only his second Test with a crucial 90 and an unbeaten 39 in a tense chase at Ranchi.
Indian cricket fans have warmly welcomed this news. Khan’s consistent run of form in domestic cricket has finally translated onto the international stage, and his inclusion is a popular choice. Jurel, with his exciting batting style and composed wicket-keeping, has also captured the imagination of fans.
With the upcoming World Test Championship and a packed international calendar, both Khan and Jurel will have ample opportunities to prove their mettle. Their reported inclusion in the BCCI central contracts scheme is a testament to their talent and a sign of things to come for Indian cricket.