Mohammed Siraj (a picture of credit: ULSIL MALHOTRA/Timesofindia.com) Timesofindia.com in Manchester: Who will appear in the fourth test? Jasprit Bumrah? Akash Deep? And who else? India Mohammed Siraj offered a clarity before the fourth test against England, which started on Wednesday at Old Trafford, Manchester. India is currently watching five Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 1-2 in three tests.When he talked to reporters on the eve of a key match, Siraj confirmed Bumhrah’s availability and shared an update to Fitness Akash Deep.
Indian team arrives in Nets in Manchester before 4. Test vs England
“Jassi Bhai to Khelenge (Jasprit Bumrah will play). Akash Deep has a problem with a weakness, now bowing and now Physios will see. The combination is changing, but we have to miss in good areas.Bumrah performed in the first test, was rested on the second for the management of workload and returned for the third time. Meanwhile, Akash Deep missed the opener, but played second and third tests. Siraj has been a permanent presence and is still playing all three matches.With 13 goals in 3 tests, Siraj was one of Indian standout artists with the ball and will continue to run his impressive run in the fourth test.When he asked for the management of his work load, he replied:“UPAR WAALE NOT MUJHE SHEHMAND RAKHA HAI (God kept me in good health). I want the possibilities to count and play so many games that are considered to be so many games for Earth.”Siraj also appreciated England Captain Ben Stokes for his determination and perseverance during the third test.“When Ben Stokes bowed two spells after ten crosses … hats to him,” he said.India has come closer to pulling victory at Lord in the third test, but not reached 22 runs and chased 193.Siraj showed a great determination with the bat and survived 29 supplies before he was released by Shaaib Bashir.“I was sure, I didn’t feel I could get out. I got after the ball. It could have been a different result,” he said.“I am very emotional. It could have been 2-1. Jadda Bhai is not a ciya. But then I thought that the series was not over and I would work on my launch.
