Mohammed Siraj Credits Strength and Conditioning Coach for His Second Five-Wicket Haul
Mohammed Siraj has attributed his second five-wicket haul in the second Test against West Indies to his strength and conditioning coach, Soham Desai. On a flat surface in Port of Spain, the right-arm fast bowler was relentless with his line and lengths, resulting in India bowling out West Indies for just 255. Siraj’s persistence was rewarded as he got the ball to swing. The 29-year-old bowled 24 overs, and was often called upon by skipper Rohit Sharma for breakthroughs.
Siraj Cites Soham Desai for His Fitness
Siraj acknowledges the hard work of Soham Desai in keeping him fit and able to play matches continuously. He said, “It is not easy to take five wickets on a flat track. Credit goes to Soham (Desai) bhai, who has worked tirelessely on my fitness. I have been playing matches continuously, and he makes sure that I stay fit.”
Challenges of Playing in Heat and Humidity
The heat and humidity posed a challenge for the fast bowler, with rain forcing them to go on and off the field. Siraj noted, “It is difficult for a fast bowler to keep yourself charged. It is not easy to bowl long spells in such conditions also.”
Conclusion
Mohammed Siraj’s second five-wicket haul in the second Test against West Indies was the result of his hard work and dedication, as well as the support of his strength and conditioning coach, Soham Desai. Despite the challenge of the heat and humidity, Siraj was able to stay focused and deliver the breakthroughs for his team.