Explained: Why is Mohammed Siraj not playing second Test between India and England?

India vs England second Test: Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been rested for the second Test between India and England in Visakhapatnam today. Captain Rohit Sharma mentioned during the toss that Siraj was rested to manage his workload after playing a lot of competitive cricket in the past few months.

The BCCI also shared an update regarding Siraj and also stated that the fast bowler had been released from the squad. Uncapped player Avesh Khan, who was released to play Ranji Trophy, has been recalled to the squad for the second Test.

Mohammed Siraj Warning: If England play Bazball, the match might get complete within 2 days

“Mr Mohd. Siraj has been released from the India squad for the second Test against England in Vizag. The decision was taken keeping in mind the duration of the series and the amount of cricket he has played in recent times. He will be available for selection for the third Test in Rajkot. Avesh Khan has re-joined the team for the 2nd Test,” the official BCCI statement.

UPDATE: Mr Mohd. Siraj has been released from the India squad for the second Test against England in Vizag.

The decision was taken keeping in mind the duration of the series and the amount of cricket he has played in recent times.

He will be available for selection for the…

— BCCI (@BCCI) February 2, 2024

Mukesh Kumar has been replaced by Mohammed Siraj as the hosts continue to go with the five-bowler theory. Siraj bowled just 11 overs in the first Test in Hyderabad, conceding 50 runs and picking no wickets.

Captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj among 6 Indians in ICC Men’s ODI Team