Mohammad Azharuddin makes Test demand for Tilak Varma after Christchurch heroics

Former Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin has called for Tilak Varma to be given a chance in Test cricket following his match-winning performance against New Zealand. Varma hit an unbeaten 51 off 26 balls in Christchurch on October 24, guiding India from 70 for 5 to successfully chase a 181-run target and claim a four-wicket win in the second T20I.

Azharuddin praised the young batter's composure under pressure and emphasized that Test cricket remains the game's most important format. He believes Varma's strong first-class record, which includes 1,828 runs at an average of 57.12 with eight centuries across 25 matches, demonstrates he possesses the necessary skills to succeed in red-ball cricket for India.