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Mohammed Siraj taught a bowling masterclass during a crucial morning session on day 2 of the fifth and final test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). His inspired double wicket over dismantled Australia‘s middle-order and revitalized India’s campaign in the decider of the high-stakes series. building on jasprit bumrahAfter the initial breakthrough, Siraj’s aggression and accuracy brought India back into contention after a dismal first day.
Jasprit Bumrah’s record attack sets the tone
India started the day needing a spark and stand-in captain Bumrah provided it immediately. In just Australia’s seventh innings, Bumrah produced a beauty that took advantage of Marnus Labuschagnesecurely bagged by RISHABH PANTS. This historic wicket made Bumrah the Indian bowler with the most wickets in a single Test series in Australia (32), equaling Harbhajan Singhduring the famous 2001 series, cementing his status as a generational talent in red-ball cricket. Bumrah’s breakthrough, however, was just the beginning. With the pressure mounting, Siraj soon took center stage, casting a fire spell that would define the morning session.
Mohammed Siraj’s rattles in Australia: fall of Travis Head and Sam Konstas
Facing relentless boos from the Australian crowd, a continuation of the hostile reception he has endured throughout the series, Siraj channeled the animosity into a spell of ruthlessly paced bowling. His first victim was the fit Konstas himselfwhich had frustrated the Indian bowlers in the previous Test. Maintaining a disciplined line and length, Siraj tempted Konstas, on the second ball of the 12th over, to play a loose delivery that went wide. The resulting outer edge flew into the ravine, where Yashasvi Jaiswal He made a strong, low catch to send Konstas packing.
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Konstas’ dismissal was just the beginning. With the crowd noise reaching a fever pitch, Siraj turned up the heat against Travis Head, a batsman who had dominated previous matches with his attacking hitting game. Head announced his arrival with an elegant move for four, but Siraj was unfazed. Executing a premeditated plan, Siraj played a good length delivery through the left, forcing a tentative push. The edge flew towards KL Rahul in the second slip, he made no mistake. Siraj’s celebration reflected his intense determination as Australia fell to 39/4 in 12 overs.
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India’s comeback after first day collapse against Australia
India’s bowling resurgence was a testament to their resilience after a forgettable Day 1. where they were evicted by a miserable 185. Bumrah had already provided a lifeline late on the first day by dismissing Usman Khawaja on the last ball before the stumps, after a heated exchange with Konstas that added more drama to the contest. On Day 2, Siraj and Bumrah led the charge, ensuring that Australia could not capitalize on India’s batting collapse. By lunch, the visitors had claimed five crucial wickets, including the prized scalp of Steve Smithreducing Australia to a precarious 101/5.
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