Muhammad Siraj On Day 2 of the fifth and final Test, he gave a masterclass in pace bowling in the main morning session. Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Its inspired double doors have been removed Australia‘s middle-order and high-stakes series decider that revived India’s campaign. is built on jasprit bumrah‘s early breakthrough, Siraj’s aggression and accuracy brought India back into the race after a difficult first day.
Jasprit Bumrah’s record-breaking knock sets the tone
India started the day in need of a spark and regular skipper Bumrah provided it immediately. In the seventh over of Australia’s innings, Bumrah produced a beauty that pulled away from him Marnus Labuschagnesecurely packaged Rishabh pants. This historic wicket made Bumrah the highest wicket-taker by an Indian player in a Test series in Australia (32). Harbhajan Singhhis record during the famous 2001 series cemented his status as a generational talent in red ball cricket. And Bumrah’s breakthrough was just the beginning. With the pressure building, Siraj soon took center stage, delivering a fiery spell that would define the morning session.
Mohammed Siraj’s thrashing of Australia: The fall of Travis Head and Sam Constas
Facing merciless jeers from the Australian crowd – a continuation of the hostile reception he endured throughout the series – Siraj turned the hostility into a spell of relentless pace bowling. His first victim was a uniform Constas himselfhad frustrated the Indian bowlers in the previous Test. Siraj, maintaining a disciplined line and length, lured Konstas off the second ball of the 12th over and eventually got away from the gap. As a result, the edge flew into the ravine, where Yashasvi Jaiswal Constas made a sharp, low catch to send him packing.
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Constas’ dismissal was only the beginning. As the crowd roared to a fever pitch, Siraj turned up the heat against battered Travis Head, who had dominated previous matches with his attacking punch. The boss announced his arrival with a stylish snap for four, but Siraj was undeterred. Carrying out a pre-meditated plan, Siraj angled a good length left-hander and probably hit a shot. The edge flew KL Rahul on the second slide, who did not make a mistake. Siraj’s celebration reflected his dogged determination as Australia slumped to 39/4 in 12 overs.
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India’s struggle after their 1st day collapse against Australia
India’s bowling revival proved their resilience after a forgettable Day 1. they were collected in 185 places for a small price. Bumrah had already provided a lifeline with a late dismissal on the first day Osman Khawaja On the last ball before stumps after a heated exchange with Konstas that added extra drama to the contest. On Day 2, Siraj and Bumrah led the charge, ensuring that Australia could not capitalize on India’s batting. By dinner, the guests had five important wickets, including a prized scalp. Steve SmithHe reduced Australia to a dangerous 101/5.
