Mohammed Siraj has already joined the India squad in Chandigarh, but a final decision on his availability is yet to be taken. The pacer is coming off a demanding IPL 2026 campaign with Gujarat Titans and discussions have taken place regarding whether he should be rested for the Test. With the match just around the corner, the Indian think tank is expected to take a call on the matter in the next couple of days.
India's preparations for the Afghanistan Test have been overshadowed by uncertainty surrounding Mohammed Siraj's availability. The pacer featured in every match for Gujarat Titans during IPL 2026 and was also part of the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
"TimesofIndia.com has learnt that medical staff continues to monitor Siraj, who has already reached Chandigarh, but his participation hinges on an assessment over the next two days," the report read.
Gurnoor Brar leapfrogs Auqib Nabi for India debut
If Mohammed Siraj is eventually rested, left-arm pacer Gurnoor Brar is likely to be the biggest beneficiary. Despite Auqib Nabi being around the squad as a net bowler and enjoying an outstanding domestic season, indications are that Gurnoor is ahead in the pecking order for a place in the playing XI.
"Siraj has had a long season and If he is rested, there is a bright possibility Gurnoor will play and Nabi will come into the squad," a source tracking developments told TimesofIndia.com.
Notably, he is currently one of six net bowlers assisting the Indian team ahead of the Test alongside Gurjapneet Singh, Prince Yadav, Saransh Jain, Zeeshan Ansari and Shivang Kumar.
How was Mohammed Siraj's performance in IPL 2026?
The right-arm pacer delivered several impactful spells during the season. His best figures came against Chennai Super Kings when he picked up 3/26 in Ahmedabad. Mohammed Siraj also claimed two wickets against Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders while consistently sharing the new-ball responsibilities for the Titans.
While Mohammed Siraj's economy rate remained on the higher side in a few matches, Gujarat Titans continued to back him throughout the campaign because of his ability to strike at crucial moments. Having bowled 372 deliveries across a long IPL season and featured right till the final, workload management has naturally become a key consideration ahead of India's upcoming assignment.
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