Indian Version of Stoinis-Zampa: Fans React to Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj's Unexpected Pose

During the first Test between India and Bangladesh, Indian fast bowlers Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj became an unexpected highlight off the field, amusing fans with a candid and playful moment. As India fought back from a tough start on the pitch, thanks to brilliant performances by Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, the cameras shifted focus to the Indian dressing room, capturing a light-hearted moment between the two fast bowlers.

The Moment That Got Fans Talking

As Jadeja and Ashwin were steering India to a strong position, Akash Deep and Siraj were seen in a surprising pose. Akash Deep had his head resting on Siraj’s shoulder, whispering something in his ear while gently holding Siraj’s face. The affectionate pose quickly reminded fans of the viral bromance moments between Australian cricketers Marcus Stoinis and Adam Zampa, sparking a wave of playful reactions on social media.

Fan Reactions on Social Media

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) were quick to draw comparisons, dubbing the duo the "Indian Stoinis-Zampa". The viral clip led to several humorous comments, with fans joking about the camaraderie between the two pacers, highlighting the lighter side of the game amid intense competition.

One fan tweeted:

“Forget Stoinis and Zampa, we now have Akash Deep and Siraj! 🤣 #INDvBAN"

Another fan humorously remarked:

“Akash Deep and Siraj giving us wholesome content while Ashwin and Jadeja handle business on the field. Love to see it! 😆 #bromance"

India’s Fightback with the Bat

On the field, it was a day of recovery for India after losing three quick wickets in the first session, courtesy of Hasan Mahmud, who reduced the hosts to 34/3 by dismissing Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli. A crucial 62-run partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant offered some stability, but India were still in trouble at 144/6.

However, a stellar unbeaten partnership between Ashwin (97*) and Jadeja (79*) put India back in control, taking the score to 327/6 at the time of writing.

The Bigger Picture

While the fans were entertained by the off-field antics of Akash Deep and Siraj, the match itself remains crucial for India as they kickstart their home campaign, aiming for the World Test Championship final. As the focus returns to the game, India will look to capitalize on their strong position, thanks to the gritty fightback led by their lower order.

Stay tuned as the IND vs BAN Test continues, both on and off the field!