‘Shardul ki jagah chahiye’ – Fans react as Mohammed Siraj takes batting practice ahead of Super Fours match against Pakistan
Team India is set to play its first Super Fours match of the Asia Cup 2023 on Sunday, September 10 at the R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The Men in Blue, who advanced to the semi-final phase with a comprehensive win over Nepal, will now lock horns against Pakistan for another high-voltage encounter. The group stage clash between the arch-rivals was abandoned due to rain and now the fans are looking forward to a full game packed with enthralling action and emotions.
Meanwhile, ahead of the crucial match, India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was seen taking batting practice in the nets. Siraj is known for his fiery pace and ability to take wickets in the powerplay. The Hyderabad cricketer has been one of the key pace bowlers for India in the past few years. However, realising the importance of contributing with the bat as well, Siraj started working hard to improve his batting skills.
Check out the viral image of Mohammed Siraj’s batting practice:
Mohammad Siraj working hard on his batting in the nets. pic.twitter.com/mK3dttQG7R
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 9, 2023
Siraj sets an example for tail-enders
India’s tail-enders have often been criticised for not being able to make a valuable contribution with their bat. If the team gets a little support from their lower order, it can make a big difference in the overall team score. Siraj’s decision to improve his batting skills is a testament to his commitment towards becoming a complete cricketer and will surely set an example for other bowlers.
With crucial matches and the ODI World Cup coming up, it would be helpful for Team India if they get help from the bowlers in the batting department as well. However, Siraj’s primary focus will be on bowling, which he has been doing well in recent times. In the Asia Cup match against Nepal, Siraj conceded 61 runs in his 9.2 overs but took three wickets including their top scorer Aasif Sheikh (58 off 97). Jasprit Bumrah’s return to the squad for the continental event has boosted India’s pace attack.
Here is the reaction of fans to the picture of Mohammed Siraj practising batting:
abe bowling bhi dekh le!!
— ClinchCraft (@Aesthetetaste) September 9, 2023
Shardul ki jagah chahiye
— Md Husnain (@mdrj007) September 9, 2023
https://twitter.com/trollpakistanii/status/1700442957462319167
Shami Kuldeep Siraj ko batting pe dhyan jyada dena chahie
— विजय (@bijjuu11) September 9, 2023
Bowling thik se kar lo pehle
— Sagar (@Chakrabortiz) September 9, 2023
Pehle bowling toh theek se daal le asia cup mein. Kal pakistan se match hai achi bowling ki practice kar😆🔥🇮🇳❤️
— SHADZ TV (@shadabansari40) September 9, 2023
This should have been done 2 years ago, you may pass by studying a night before exam but cannot top the class !
— TauTumhare (@TauTumhare) September 9, 2023
Now we are dependent on siraj to bail us out 🤣🤣
— *Roe Joot 😎🇮🇳* (@ImGani22) September 9, 2023
Bumrah And Siraj Ko Batting Practice Karni Pad Rahi Hai Top Order Fail Hojati Hai Isliye 😭.
— Aufridi Chumtya (@ShuhidAufridi) September 9, 2023
Shaheen, Haris and Naseem Shivering 🥶🔥
— Dhruv (@Dhrxv_18) September 9, 2023