Mohammed Siraj's Hard Work Propels India Against West Indies
Mohammed Siraj credited his opening day success against West Indies in the first Test in Ahmedabad to sheer hard work. Siraj took four wickets for 40 runs, leading India's bowling attack. Despite losing two early wickets, India's formidable stance at 121/2 owes much to KL Rahul's unbeaten fifty.
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Mohammed Siraj, India's spearhead in the pace attack, cited "hard work" as the cornerstone of his success on the initial day of the first Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad.
Siraj, instrumental in toppling the West Indies' batting order after they opted to bat first post-toss, concluded the innings with impressive figures of 4/40 over a 14-over spell. This performance catapulted him to the apex of the wicket-taker list in the ongoing World Test Championship Cycle, amassing 30 wickets.
Despite a perception of relative ease against the West Indies, Siraj emphasized that his wickets were a result of relentless labor. He further explained his technique and strategy, particularly highlighting a deceptive wobble-seam delivery that outmaneuvered West Indies captain Roston Chase. Siraj, alongside fellow pacer Jasprit Bumrah, restricted the visitors to 162. In their chase, India stood at 121/2, buoyed by KL Rahul's sturdy half-century despite losing two wickets early.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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