Young Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan has successfully cleared the Yo-Yo Test, putting to rest any doubts about his fitness ahead of the busy cricketing calendar. According to reports, Sarfaraz recorded a score of 17+, which meets the benchmark set by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
What the Yo-Yo Test Means
The Yo-Yo Test is a fitness drill designed to check a player’s stamina, endurance, and recovery ability. It involves running shuttle sprints with increasing speed, and every player in the national setup is required to meet a minimum standard (generally 16.5 or above) to be considered match-ready.
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Big Boost for Sarfaraz Khan
Sarfaraz, who made his Test debut in 2024, has often been praised for his batting talent but questioned about his fitness levels. Passing the Yo-Yo Test with a comfortable score is seen as a turning point in his career. It shows he is putting in the hard work needed to stay in contention for national selection.
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Social Media Buzz
The news was first highlighted by cricket analyst Johns (@CricCrazyJohns) on social media, where he revealed Sarfaraz’s score crossed the 17+ mark. Fans were quick to cheer the development, seeing it as proof that the middle-order batter is serious about cementing his place in Team India.
🚨 SARFARAZ KHAN HAS PASSED THE YO-YO TEST 🚨
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 27, 2025
– His score is 17+ in the Yo Yo Test and ready for the Cricket action. pic.twitter.com/KYlY9ydv5E
Ready for Cricket Action
With this achievement, Sarfaraz Khan is now cleared for cricket duties and will be available for upcoming tournaments and series. His ability to score runs consistently, backed by improved fitness, makes him a strong contender for India’s middle order in future assignments.
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