Mohammed Siraj, a pivotal figure in the Indian cricket team, again proved his mettle in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah during the fourth Test against England with his outstanding bowling. Siraj played a crucial role in ending a significant partnership of 113 runs between Foakes and Root by taking down the England wicketkeeper.
His remarkable skill was further highlighted when he ousted Tom Hartley with a brilliant delivery. In the game’s 76th over, Siraj executed a perfect delivery that, after landing, swerved to hit the off-stump, leaving Hartley at a loss for words.
Earlier, after England decided to bat first, debutant Akash Deep quickly disrupted their batting lineup by taking three quick wickets, contributing to England’s struggle with five wickets down in the first session.
Despite this early setback, England’s batting stabilized in the second session without any wicket loss, thanks to a solid partnership between Foakes and Root. However, India regained momentum in the third session, putting England in a precarious position again, with Root fighting a lone battle supported only by the tail-enders.
