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Indian Bowlers Defy Aging Ball, Rattle England's Batting Order
4 Aug
Summary
- Siraj and Krishna bowled exceptional spells with a 70-over-old ball
- Duo troubled England batters with swing and bounce
- RP Singh praised their energy and impact on the game
According to the news report, former India player RP Singh has praised Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna for their exceptional bowling performances on Day 4 of the fifth Test against England. Despite the ball being 70 overs old, the duo managed to extract steep bounce and swing, putting the England batters under immense pressure.
Singh highlighted that it is not easy to get a 70-over-old ball to bounce like that, as the ball typically becomes slightly soft over time. However, Siraj and Krishna showcased remarkable skill and effort to trouble the England batters with their relentless spells.
While Prasidh Krishna picked up the last two wickets, RP Singh noted that Mohammed Siraj's efforts were equally commendable, as he created a tense atmosphere with numerous close calls and balls hitting the pads. The former India pacer observed that the partnership between Siraj and Krishna was crucial in keeping the England batters on the back foot.
As a result of the Indian bowlers' impressive display, England, who were comfortably placed at 301/3 at one stage, ended the day at 339/6, needing just 35 more runs to win the game and bag the series 3-1.
