Rising fast bowler Ashok Sharma has opened up about the invaluable guidance he received from Mohammed Siraj and Ishant Sharma during his breakthrough IPL 2026 campaign with Gujarat Titans. As the young pacer prepares for his maiden assignment with the India National Cricket Team in the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe, he credited the experienced […]

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif has explained why Harshit Rana appears to be ahead of experienced pacers Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj in Team India’s current pecking order. According to Kaif, the Delhi speedster offers an added dimension with the bat, making him a valuable option in Gautam Gambhir’s long-term plans as India begin shaping […]

Aakash Chopra Says Mohammed Siraj Is Often the First Fast Bowler Left Out, But Backing Him for a Strong India Comeback Former India opener Aakash Chopra has pointed out that Mohammed Siraj is often the first name to be left out when the Indian team makes changes to its white-ball pace attack. Even so, Chopra […]

Veteran commentator Aakash Chopra has questioned why Ravindra Jadeja has not been included in the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI series against England. He said that although the selectors have been saying that Jadeja is part of their ODI plans, the veteran all-rounder has repeatedly been dropped as well. However, India will play against […]

Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes Mohammed Siraj was unfairly labelled a one-format bowler early in his international career, despite repeatedly proving his value across all formats of the game. According to Chopra, the fast bowler has successfully silenced critics with his performances in both franchise and international cricket. Siraj enjoyed another impressive season in […]

India have been forced to make a change to their squad for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, with fast bowler Mohammed Siraj withdrawn from the 16-member group led by Shreyas Iyer. The BCCI confirmed the decision on Tuesday after discussions with the medical staff and team management. Prasidh Krishna, who last played […]

The one-off Test between India and Afghanistan in New Chandigarh witnessed a fiery on-field moment as Mohammed Siraj and Rahmat Shah exchanged words during Afghanistan’s first innings. With temperatures hovering around 38 degrees Celsius at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, the contest became heated both literally and figuratively as emotions briefly spilled over […]

Veteran cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra has named his preferred India playing XI for the one-off Test against Afghanistan. However, Dhruv Jurel and Devdutt Padikkal failed to find a place in the side. India will host Afghanistan in a Test in New Chandigarh from Saturday, June 6, onwards as well. While Jurel was part of India’s playing […]

India are set to face Afghanistan in a one-off Test at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, with the five-day contest scheduled to begin on July 6. Ahead of the red-ball fixture, India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate provided an encouraging update on Mohammed Siraj’s fitness, as the team management continues to fine-tune its plans after […]

India’s preparations for the upcoming one-off Test against Afghanistan have hit a minor roadblock, with fast bowler Mohammed Siraj’s availability still uncertain ahead of the match in New Chandigarh. The Indian team management is expected to make a final decision on the pacer’s workload over the next couple of days, balancing immediate requirements with long-term […]