IND vs AFG: Team India got relief before the series against Afghanistan, Mohammad Siraj became fit.
Mohammed Siraj fitness update for IND vs AFG Test: The Indian cricket team is all set to play the one-off Test match against Afghanistan in Mullanpur from June 6. This match is considered very important for Team India, which is returning to Test cricket after a long time. This will be a great opportunity to test the preparations of the players before the upcoming international season.
Before this test match, the biggest concern for the Indian team was about the fitness of fast bowler Mohammad Siraj. Many questions were being raised considering his workload after playing cricket continuously in IPL 2026. However, now Team India has got a big relief and the situation regarding Siraj’s fitness has become completely clear.
IND vs AFG: Siraj is completely fit to play the match
In the press conference held two days before the Test match against Afghanistan, Indian team’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate gave a big update on the fitness of Mohammed Siraj. He clearly said that Siraj is completely fit and ready to play the match. After this statement, both the Indian team management and fans heaved a sigh of relief.
🚨 TEAM INDIA PC UPDATE 🚨
– Mohammed Siraj is fit and ready to go 🏏
– Manav Suthar & Harsh Dubey among spinner options 👀
– Only one of them likely to play alongside Kuldeep Yadav & Washington Sundar
Final decision still pending 🔥
Ryan ten Doeschate 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/D3L9Mdj1LN
— The Free Hit (@THEFREEHITHQ) June 4, 2026
IND vs AFG: There was suspense on fitness after IPL
Mohammed Siraj played 17 matches for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. Due to continuous cricket and heavy workload, there was doubt about his playing in Test matches. Apart from this, there were intense discussions regarding his fitness, but now the team management has made it clear that he is completely healthy and will be available for selection.
IND vs AFG: Difficult path for Manav Suthar and Harsh Dubey
Young players Manav Suthar and Harsh Dubey, who are included in Team India’s squad for the Test match against Afghanistan (IND vs AFG), currently seem to have little chance of getting a chance in the playing eleven. Ryan ten Doeschate said that the final decision has not been taken yet, but the chances of both the players being included in the final eleven together are very less.
IND vs AFG: Also keep an eye on number-3 batting order
The team management is also brainstorming regarding the number-3 batting order. Deutsche said that the team is not in favor of making many changes at this position. Both Devdutt Padikkal and Sai Sudarshan have shown excellent form in recent times. In such a situation, the team will trust only that player who can adapt himself better to the circumstances and fulfill the needs of the team.
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