Moments after India’s thrilling six-run win at The Oval to stage the five-Check collection 2-2, Mohammed Siraj discovered himself in the course of a unique type of problem, however this time, it was off the sector. In a video shared by the BCCI, pacer Arshdeep Singh is seen hilariously forcing Siraj into filming a two-second Instagram reel, asking him to say the favored catchphrase, “Strain? What stress?” — a line made well-known by soccer legend Alan Shearer throughout the UEFA Euro 2024 match. The quote has since been used extensively by athletes throughout sports activities.
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Siraj, clearly confused by the request, requested Arshdeep, “Story ya submit? (Is it for a submit or a narrative?)” just for Arshdeep to quip again, “Abey, reel seedha, 2 second ki (It’s only a easy reel, two seconds lengthy).” Laughing at his teammate’s hesitation, Arshdeep added, “Sab sikhana padta hai, bowling ko chhodke (We’ve to show him the whole lot besides bowling).” Ultimately, Siraj obliged and accomplished the reel to cheers from the staff. The interplay got here shortly after Siraj had bowled India to a well-known win, ending with 5/104 and claiming the ultimate wicket of Gus Atkinson with a searing yorker. India’s spirited defence on Day 5, led by Siraj and supported by Prasidh Krishna, noticed them snatch victory from England’s grasp and finish a exceptional collection on even phrases. Whereas India celebrated the win with excessive emotion, England’s Chris Woakes additionally earned admiration for strolling out to bat with an injured shoulder, in the end ending unbeaten on 0 with out dealing with a ball.
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Which second from the match stood out probably the most to you?
Nevertheless it was Siraj’s clutch efficiency and the light-hearted second with Arshdeep that supplied a glimpse into the staff’s temper after the win, each underneath stress, and after the win.
