Mohammed Siraj’s exceptional bowling performance in the second Test match against England at Edgbaston was praised by former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra. In his period on Day 3, Siraj delivered numerous hot deliveries, particularly against Ben Stokes, whom he removed for a golden duck—the first time in the England captain’s Test career that this has happened.
India bowled out England for 407 in their first innings, giving them a huge 180-run advantage, and Siraj came back with amazing figures of 6 for 70 in 19.3 overs. Joe Root and Stokes, two significant breakthroughs off consecutive deliveries, were among his six wickets. The pacer’s deadly spell on a batting-friendly surface was praised by Chopra.
“Miyan Magic gives you one thing, for sure. Every time, he rushes in and gives it his all. Mohammed Siraj is the person you need if you want someone who would always give it his all when you give him the ball. Mohammed Siraj has a mind-blowing and endearing level of dedication, passion, ferocity, and consistency in his approach. “He gives it his all,” Chopra stated on his YouTube channel.
Regardless of what is going on at the other end, how often he is hit, or whether he has a niggle, he will not quit whether he takes wickets or not. Once again, the man bowled spectacularly. The pitch is road-like. Siraj has been outstanding despite the large number of runs scored. Stokes’ number is now in his back pocket after he took six wickets and got rid of Root,” he continued.
Siraj has been treated unfairly by the Indian team: Aakash Chopra
The fiery pacer’s absence from the Champions Trophy selection alarmed the Agra native. He acknowledged that it was unjust to leave out the pacer from Hyderabad and said he is a unique talent who needs to be handled carefully.
“Just take a time to reflect. Workload management is a topic you discuss. In the past two or three years, this guy has bowled so many overs in three different forms that you say, “Take a bow,” but we didn’t keep him on the Champions Trophy team. I was offended because I thought we had treated Siraj unfairly,” Chopra admitted.
Despite his lack of success at Headingley, he worked hard. For catches down the leg, a little bit of luck is required. This time, a lot of heart, courage, and resolve were combined with good fortune. A unique player is Miyan Magic. He must be treated with caution,” he continued.
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