New Delhi: Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has praised Sarfaraz Khans tremendous physical transformation. According to reports Sarfaraz has lost 17 kg a month before the domestic season and now looks very fit and slim. Sarfaraz has been performing consistently well in domestic cricket for the last few years. Fitness has been questioned Even though Sarfaraz has been performing consistently in domestic cricket his absence from the Indian team in the Test series against England raised questions about his fitness. Test debut in 2024 Although Sarfaraz made his Test debut against England in 2024 he has not been able to secure his place in the team so far. Pietersen tweeted Great effort young man! Many congratulations I am sure it will lead to better and stable performance on the field. I like that you have rearranged your priorities! Someone should show the earth that it is possible! Strong body strong mind. Harbhajan Singh and fans reaction Sarfraz received a lot of praise on social media after he shared a picture of his transformation after working out in the gym. Harbhajan Singh had said It is very unfortunate... I was surprised that his name was not in the squad. I am sure he will come back strongly. He has the will to come back... I would just say dont be disappointed if not today then tomorrow you will definitely get your due. Weight loss: Sponsored by selectors ignorance. pic.twitter.com/etIHEqayTa — Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) July 21 2025 Prithvi Shaw changes team Meanwhile out-of-favour India batsman Prithvi Shaw who had performed brilliantly in his early days will now play for Maharashtra in domestic cricket. In June Prithvi had sought an NOC from Mumbai which he received at the end of the month. Shaw had said in a statement At this stage of my career I feel joining the Maharashtra team will help in my cricketing development. I am grateful to the Mumbai Cricket Association for the opportunities and support I have received over the years.