Mohammed SirajSiraj's father died Friday as the Indian side prepared for the start of their limited over games against AustraliaPace bowler Mohammed Siraj has opted to stay with the Indian tourist in Australia despite the sudden death of his father, his team said Saturday. Siraj's father died Friday as the Indian side prepared for the start of their limited over games against Australia. "The fast bowler has decided to stay with the Indian contingent and continue performing his national duties." India will play three one-day internationals and three Twenty20 internationals starting Friday followed by four Test matches in December and January. Star batsman Virat Kohli will lead the side until the first Test starting in Adelaide on December 17 before returning on paternity leave.

Source: Dhaka Tribune November 22, 2020 15:11 UTC