Mohammed Siraj's heartwarming gesture wins hearts of Twitterati
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj's heartening response after Cameron Green suffered a blow to his head earned appreciation from netizens on social media platforms.
The unfortunate incident happened when Jasprit Bumrah went hard against the back of a length delivery, which hit Cameron Green on the side of his head.
#SpiritofCricket
— BCCI (@BCCI) December 11, 2020
Non-striker batsman Mohd Siraj quickly rushed to check on Cameron Green, who got hit on the head by a Jasprit Bumrah straight drive.
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Siraj, who was at the non-striker end, didn't waste any time and rushed to check on the Aussie youngster.
How is this for sportsmanship? Green cops one in the face, Siraj goes straight to check on him. ???? #AUSAvIND #AUSAvINDA pic.twitter.com/ivPYyFF4qa
— Chloe-Amanda Bailey (@ChloeAmandaB) December 11, 2020
The instant reaction to drop the bat and run straight toward Green says it all. Genuine care and concern. A very honourable display of true sportsmanship https://t.co/A5LTfCoC45
— Jake (@jakeds18) December 11, 2020
Siraj showing great sportsmanship here. Doesn’t care about the runs on offer but goes straight to Green. Good stuff mate. #MoreThanJustAGame https://t.co/jA88znupHz
— Bruce Fukovyabich (@triff81) December 11, 2020
Soon after, the 21-year-old left the field for further medical examination. The magnitude of the injury is unknown and an update on his condition is expected later this evening.
The 71-run stand between the two pacers helped India post 194 on the board. While Jasprit Bumrah remained unbeaten on 55, Mohammed Siraj scored a gritty 22 off 34 balls.
Brief scores
India: 194-10 in 48.3 overs [Jasprit Bumrah - 55*, S Gill - 43, P Shaw - 40, Siraj - 22; J Wildermuth- 3/13, S Abbott 3/46]
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