IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Mohammed’s 60 Minutes of Intense Action
India’s cricket team showcased an impressive performance during the fourth day of the third Test against England at Lord’s. Mohammed Siraj emerged as the star bowler, taking crucial wickets in challenging conditions. The Indian bowlers, particularly Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah, exerted immense pressure on the English batsmen, making scoring runs a daunting task. Siraj’s fiery spell and Bumrah’s consistent threat contributed significantly to India’s early dominance in the match.
## Siraj’s Fiery Spell
Mohammed Siraj delivered a commanding performance, asserting his presence right from the start of Day 4. The morning’s overcast conditions provided an ideal backdrop for bowling, and Siraj capitalized on this by finding the right length to trouble openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett. Initially, Siraj struggled with his line, but once he settled in, he became a force to be reckoned with. His ability to generate movement both in the air and off the pitch made batting increasingly challenging for England’s top order. Siraj’s intensity was palpable, as he riled up the opposition and picked up the first wicket of the day when Duckett misplayed a pull shot, handing a catch to Jasprit Bumrah.
## Bumrah’s Unyielding Pressure
While Siraj stole the spotlight, Jasprit Bumrah also delivered a remarkable performance, maintaining relentless pressure on the English batsmen. Despite going wicketless in his opening five overs, Bumrah was consistently troubling Crawley and Ollie Pope with his sharp bounce and seam movement. The English batters struggled to settle as they faced Bumrah’s precision and skill. His ability to extract awkward bounce kept the English side guessing, contributing to a high false shot percentage, which reflected their discomfort at the crease. Siraj’s second wicket came just before the drinks break, with Bumrah’s relentless pressure playing a significant role in trapping Pope lbw after a brief discussion about a review.
## A Dominant Morning Session
The opening session of Day 4 firmly belonged to India, who displayed aggressive bowling tactics throughout. Following the dismissal of Duckett, Siraj continued to dominate, and England’s batting lineup struggled to cope with the intensity. Crawley, who managed to survive the first hour, ultimately fell to Nitish Reddy’s military-medium pace. Reddy’s strategic approach paid off when he caught Crawley off a loose drive, allowing Yashasvi Jaiswal to take a sharp catch. The introduction of Akash Deep later in the session further solidified India’s hold, as he dismissed the World No. 1 batter, Harry Brook, with a well-placed delivery that caught the batsman off guard.
As the session drew to a close, England was left reeling from a combination of aggressive bowling and the challenging pitch conditions. India’s bowlers not only took wickets but also instilled doubt in the minds of the English batsmen, creating a precarious situation as the match progressed. The first break of the day saw India firmly in control, leaving the English team to regroup and rethink their strategy.
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