In a quiet moment ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener, Indian batsman Sarfaraz Khan shared some funny banter with teammate Shubman Gill during a packed session in the nets in Perth. In a gesture that amused the fans, Sarfaraz humorously bowed and presented the ball to Shubman, adding a playful spark to India’s otherwise intense training session. As India prepare for the crucial series against Australia to secure their place in the World Test Championship final, these moments of camaraderie keep spirits up in the camp.

Shubman, well-known for his playful antics, often brings his light-hearted attitude to practices and games, making him a fan favorite. Social media was full of praise for the fun exchange, especially when Shubman was seen checking on Sarfaraz after the latter allegedly took a hit on his elbow while batting. The moment quickly caught the attention of fans, adding to the excitement surrounding the series.

Both Sarfaraz and Shubman will be essential for India’s batting line-up against an in-form and star-studded Australian side. This series marks Sarfaraz’s first Test experience on foreign soil, a significant milestone for the young batsman. For Shubman, who was instrumental in India’s 2021 series win against Australia, this series offers a chance to recreate his stellar performance. His unforgettable knock of 91 runs at the Gabba, which was instrumental in India’s historic triumph, created high expectations for his performance.

Gill’s record against Australia speaks to his potential as a game changer in this rivalry. With 259 runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he has shown his ability to perform on big occasions against world-class bowling attacks. Both he and Sarfaraz are now set to face another test of their skill and quality as they aim to take their jovial energy into a high-stakes series that holds immense importance for India’s World Test Championship aspirations .