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Day 1 of Third test between England and India in LordHe witnessed an atmosphere loaded, not only of the ball, but also of the words. Mohammed SirajKnown for his burning spirit, he found a perfect time for sled Root Joe During a rare English containment phase. As India strengthened the noise after lunch, the animation from Siraj to Root became one of the highlights of the day, reminding the world that verbal tactics are still part of the high -pressure test cricket.
Mohammed Siraj is mocked by Bazball in a duel of the Lord’s Test with Joe Root
The definitive moment occurred on the 31st when England, stuck to the postlunh deliveries stop, was visibly affected by the Indian bowling disciplined attack. Root, clearly frustrated, attempted a launch launch just for the ball to bounce abruptly and passed in front of its outer edge. Mohammed Siraj, feeling an opportunity, became provocative. With a smile and without hesitation, he puzzled: ‘Baz, Baz, Bazball. Come on. I want to see it, “echoed the unpleasant pit and was collected by microphones, causing laughter and applause from the Indian camp.
It was the not so subtle memory of Siraj that Bazball, the aggressive and fearful philosophy of England, it was nowhere to be seen. The videos of the moment soon went viral online, with many enjoying the Jab Teatral de Pacer. His mockery took place after England had played four consecutive single, a scenario that contradicted everything that had been his recent testing approach. Siraj’s comment was not just clumsy; It was the strategic psychological war, which opened the confidence of England at the same time. He also emphasized how India was dictating terms, forcing England to a little characteristic defensive shell.
Here is the video:
Mohammad Siraj to Joe Root:
“Baz, Baz, Bazball. Now play Bazball. I want to see.” pic.twitter.com/uppkztblrx
– Ayan (@ayan3955) July 10, 2025
Defense of England and a little characteristic decision of Ben Stokes
The backdrop of Siraj sled was a bigger surprise: Ben Stokes‘ Rare choice to beat home first. Ever since he became the full -time test captain in England in 2022, this was only the second instance of him who chose to beat the ground floor first. The fans were stunned, waiting for a first bowl strategy, especially in Lord’s cloudy conditions. England dragged until 125/2 for 49th to tea, a surprisingly slow pace in his bazball; It was. His famous aggression seemed to disappear as Bumrah and Siraj kept them with a strap.
The postlunch period saw immense pressure with India pacers shooting all cylinders and campers running their roles impeccably. The root and the pope could not turn the strike, repeatedly hitting the ball directly to the campers. Siraj, combining skill and swagger, increased the heat with both the ball and the tongue, making it clear that it would not be an easy walk. England’s attempt to assert the dominion had been retreated, and India’s bowls made sure to make them aware. The crowd guessed a change of tone: it was not an ordinary test, it was personal, competitive and brutally honest. Siraj’s comment was symbolic of India bringing the struggle to England, not only physically, but mentally.
