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Sarfaraz Khan is part of the CSK squad for IPL 2026, but his place in the Playing XI remains a talking point.
With CSK looking to invest in younger talent, competition for spots has increased, which may limit Sarfaraz’s opportunities early in the season.
Sarfaraz can keep wickets occasionally, but CSK already have multiple wicketkeeping choices, reducing his value in that specific role.
CSK’s middle-order combination looks settled, making it hard for Sarfaraz to break in unless there are changes or rotation during the tournament.
Sarfaraz might fit into the XI if CSK need a technical right-hander in the middle or if they shuffle roles due to form or match-ups.
For now, Sarfaraz’s chances depend on team balance, roles, and form, and whether CSK open up space for him as the season progresses.
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