5 instances when Mohammed Siraj stepped up for India in Jasprit Bumrah's absence

Mohammed Siraj has consistently performed well in Jasprit Bumrah's absence, particularly in the game's longest format. With his unwavering enthusiasm and ability to get movement off the field, Siraj excelled in both difficult domestic and international tours. Even without their best fast bowler, India was able to maintain their competitiveness thanks to his aggression and consistency.

On that note, here is a look at five instances when Mohammed Siraj shone in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah in Tests.

Here are the 5 times Mohammed Siraj shone in Jasprit Bumrah’s absence:

1. 3/20 and 1/67 vs Bangladesh, Chattogram Test, 2022

Mohammed Siraj led India's pace attack against Bangladesh in the first Test match in 2022 when Jasprit Bumrah was rested because of a back ailment. He gave India an early advantage with the new ball, dismissing Litton Das, Zakir Hasan, and Najmul Shanto, bringing Bangladesh down to 56/4. India bowled out Bangladesh for 150 in the first innings, in response to their 404, thanks to Siraj's scorching 3/20 in the first innings.

His first-innings explosion was sufficient to give India the lead, even if he only managed 1/67 in the Bangladesh second innings. The game was won easily by India by a margin of 188 runs. On a slow pitch, Siraj's precision and precise seam movement were crucial.