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Siraj Lauds Gill, Says He Could Have Played Another Test After 186 Overs

The conversation frames their relationship in the context of India’s Asia Cup plans.

Mohammed Siraj celebrates with Shubman Gill after India won the match to draw the Test series in England.
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Mohammed Siraj Virat Kohli AP

Overview

  • Mohammed Siraj described a long-standing bond with Shubman Gill, jokingly calling the Test captain his “bunny” and citing shared milestones from India A to simultaneous ODI No. 1 rankings.
  • Siraj confirmed he bowled 186 overs in the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy and stated he “could’ve played even if there was another Test,” stressing his appetite for the demands of red‑ball cricket.
  • The England series finished 2–2, with Gill topping the run charts at 754 and Siraj leading the wickets with 23, reinforcing their central roles in India’s tour.
  • Gill has been named India’s vice-captain for the Asia Cup, while Siraj was not selected in the 15‑member T20 squad.
  • Siraj credited Virat Kohli for his on‑field aggression and described using energy from the Oval crowd during key moments against Joe Root and Harry Brook.