Mohammed Siraj Turns Up the Heat — England 6 Down at Edgbaston

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7/5/20251 min read

Birmingham: In a sensational morning session at Edgbaston, Mohammed Siraj delivered a game-changing spell for India, picking up 3 quick wickets and leaving England in deep trouble on Day 1 of the 2nd Test.

After a steady start by England, Siraj burst through the middle order, removing Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes, and Harry Brook in a matter of overs.

Siraj’s Spell Summary:

  • Bairstow – Clean bowled, trying to drive

  • Stokes – Edged to slip, caught by Kohli

  • Brook – LBW, reviewed but umpire’s call stood

  • Current figures: 3/26 in 9 overs

At the end of the first session, England are reeling at 112/6, with Joe Root remaining the lone resistance at the crease.