Published 16:47 IST, January 22nd 2021
Ravi Shastri names India's find on the Australian tour and it is NOT Shubman Gill
Team India's head coach Ravi Shastri lauds young fast bowler Mohammed Siraj for his marvelous performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
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Team India’s heroics in recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy has received immense appreciation from all corners. manner in which injury-marred unit defied significant odds to clinch Test series in Australia. While several youngsters stepped up to deliver significant performances, India’s he coach Ravi Shastri has lauded Mohammed Siraj for fighting against all odds during assignment.
Ravi Shastri dedicates a special appreciation post for Mohammed Siraj
After toiling it hard in Indian domestic circuit, 26-year-old Mohammed Siraj was finally rewarded with Indian Test cap ahe of crucial Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Often trolled for his underwhelming performances in Indian Premier League, fast bowler became an overnight sensation with his inspiring performances in series in absence of several key members of team.
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player h to deal with a major setback after his far passed away in India soon after he landed in Australia. However, cricketer decided to stay back with side irrespective of personal loss. youngster's decision speaks volumes about his toughness.
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Moreover, bowler was also taunted by Australian crowd at Sydney Cricket Ground. 'Mohammed Siraj racial abuse' also did t come in his way, as he successfully countered all versities during grueling series.
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Owing to India's injury woes, Mohammed Siraj was asked to le an inexperienced bowling attack for Test series decider at Brisbane, and player did t disappoint. talented bowler also claimed his maiden five-wicket haul during contest and was one of pioneers in India's monumental 3-wicket win at Gabba. pacer's remarkable performance was also ackwledged by Ravi Shastri, and he coach shared a heartfelt appreciation post for cricketer. 58-year-old pointed out how young player countered all challenges during series and ultimately came out on top and displayed exemplary composure.
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India vs Australia 4th Test 2021
last day of Brisbane Test promised to be an exhilarating one for fans. With India requiring 324 more runs to win, and Australia needing 10 wickets for a series victory, both sides came out with all guns blazing. home team drew first blood by dismissing star batter Rohit Sharma early on ultimate day. However, 21-year-old Shubman Gill batted exceedingly well for his 91 to set to tone for chase. Rishabh Pant played role of finisher to perfection and remained unbeaten on 89 to seal series for team India.
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Im source: AP
16:46 IST, January 22nd 2021