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[Watch] Travis Head's Ugly Fight With DSP Siraj As India Pacer Shatters His Middle Stump

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Mohammed Siraj removes Travis Head [Source: @cricketcomau/X.com]Mohammed Siraj removes Travis Head [Source: @cricketcomau/X.com]

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Mohammed Siraj faced a tough time during the second Test between India and Australia at the Adelaide Oval. Things got worse when he dropped a crucial catch of Travis Head earlier in the game. However, Siraj didn’t let the setback hold him down. He brought back his trademark aggression and delivered a fiery performance, taking the much-needed wicket of Travis Head.

Travis Head, who was in phenomenal form, had been tormenting the Indian bowlers. With boundaries and sixes raining all over, he looked unstoppable. India desperately needed to break his rhythm, and Siraj rose to the occasion in the 82nd over of Australia’s innings.

After being hit for a boundary and a massive six in the same over, Siraj came back strongly on the very next ball. He bowled a perfect yorker, hitting the base of the middle stump. Head, trying to whip it across the line, misjudged the ball and played the wrong shot. The stumps went flying, and Head had to walk back after a stunning knock of 140 runs.

The dismissal wasn’t without drama. Siraj and Head exchanged a few heated words after the wicket, adding to the intensity of the moment. It was a crucial breakthrough for India, and Siraj’s resilience stood out as he turned a rough start into a game-changing performance.

Australia Take A Lead Against India In 2nd Test

On Day 2, Australia initially started their first innings at 86/1 and looked composed. However, India star pacer Bumrah quickly brought India into the game by dismissing Nathan McSweeney and Steve Smith for just two runs.

India seemed to gain control with two quick wickets, but Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head steadied the ship for Australia. The duo displayed some elegant stroke play, building a 65-run partnership. When it looked like they might take the game away, Nitish Kumar Reddy came to India’s rescue, dismissing Labuschagne for a well-made 64. R Ashwin also scalped one wicket, removing Mitchell Marsh and then Siraj removed Alex Carey.

At the time of writing, Australia are at 332 for 8 in 85 overs.