IND vs ENG / Will Siraj not play the next test? Shocking statement by Team India's coach

Mohammed Siraj, who took the most 13 wickets in the Test series against England, may be out of the fourth Test. The team's assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate has expressed concern about his workload. He said that it is important for the team for a bowler like Siraj to remain fit.

IND vs ENG: Indian team's fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has performed brilliantly so far in the ongoing 5-Test series against England. He has achieved the status of the highest wicket-taker in the series by taking 13 wickets in three Test matches. However, his presence in the fourth Test match starting on July 23 in Manchester remains doubtful. Indian team assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has expressed concern about Siraj's workload, which has surprised the fans. Along with this, there is also uncertainty over star bowler Jasprit Bumrah playing in the fourth Test.

What did the coach say about Siraj's workload?

While talking to reporters in Beckenham, Ryan ten Doeschate made a big statement about Mohammad Siraj. He said, "We talk about Jasprit Bumrah's workload, but it is also important to pay attention to Mohammad Siraj's workload. This tour of England is long, and we have to manage the workload of both the bowlers. It is a matter of good fortune for us to have a bowler like Siraj." Ten Doeschate further said, "Siraj's enthusiasm and his bowling always expect something special. Even though he does not take wickets every time, his enthusiasm never diminishes.

He does not shy away from hard work, so it is important to manage his workload so that he remains fit and can consistently give his best performance." Siraj's excellent performance and workload concern Mohammad Siraj has been playing an important role for India in Test cricket for the last two years. Since the year 2023, the Indian team has played 27 Test matches, out of which Siraj has participated in 24 matches. During this, he bowled 569.4 overs in 44 innings and took 67 wickets. He is third in the list of bowlers who have bowled the most overs in the world.

The list is topped by Australia captain Pat Cummins, who bowled 721.2 overs in 25 Tests and took 99 wickets. Mitchell Starc is at number two, who bowled 665.1 overs in 25 Tests and took 98 wickets. Jasprit Bumrah is sixth on this list, who bowled 480.2 overs in 17 Tests and took 89 wickets.

What will be India's strategy in the fourth Test?

The talk of managing the workload of Siraj and Bumrah ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester has pointed to a new strategy in the Indian camp. Siraj's exclusion could be a big setback for the team, as he has been India's most successful bowler in this series. There is also suspense over Bumrah's availability, which poses a challenge for the team management to balance the bowling attack.

Fans hope that the coaching staff and the captain will take the right decision so that the Indian team can maintain its winning streak in this important Test series. Siraj's fans are waiting for his next performance, but workload management is necessary keeping in mind his fitness and long career.

"He's got the heart of a lion.."

Team India’s Assistant Coach Ryan ten Doeschate shares glowing praise for Mohammed Siraj and provides a crucial update on Arshdeep Singh’s injury status. 👀#ENGvIND | 4th Test starts WED, 23rd JULY, 2:30 PM | Streaming on JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/1mwRA2WNvb
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