IND vs Eng 5th Test: ‘I like to play for the country, give all this to the country,’ Mohammad Sirj all five Tests vs England – Watch. Cricket news
Mohammad Sirj has opened up about the physical and mental toll to play all the five tests in the England series, stating that he is completely inspired by the passion to represent India. Talking to Dinesh Karthik on Sky Sports after an enthusiastic second day at the Oval, Siraj said, “I like to play for the country. To be honest, I am not thinking about whether I will break or not. In my mind, the plan is simple – give everything and follow comfort. ,
Siraj was entrusted with more responsibility, along with senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah released from the squad for the final test – and distributed. He scored 4/86 runs in 16.2 overs, matching fame to Krishna’s 4/62, as India dropped England for 247 in their first innings. From 129–1, the hosts were rebuilt with some disciplined fast bowling. “I like the responsibility. I am remembering Jassi Bhai because he is a senior bowler and guides us on the field. But when you are given a big role, you feel confident. I don’t take much pressure. I like to keep things simple,” Siraj said.
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Siraj also reflected his hunger for his all -round sports and contribution in every way. “I bats a lot in the trap, so when I do not deliver in the middle, I think I have allowed the team to go down.” On the needle in the series and on his mental approach, Siraj said, “Whenever I am in the park I want to give everything for India. When I go to bed at night, I need to know that I have given everything – which will give me a good night’s sleep.” Siraj’s wickets included Joe Root and Harry Brook, later bowled for 53 after an aggressive fifty. Meanwhile, Krishna claimed major wickets of Crolly, Jamie Smith, Overton and Atkinson as Jowar changed the way to India. India finished day 2 at 75/2, leading to 52 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal was unbeaten at 51 despite being demolished twice. After Chris Woakes’ injury with a bowler with England, India with speed in day 3 and a slight edge between the decisive.
