India, July 16 -- Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif criticised Mohammed Siraj for being emotional in asking for a ball change during the Lord's Test, especially after Jasprit Bumrah had picked up three quick wickets. Kaif felt that the move disrupted India's rhythm and allowed Brydon Carse and Jamie Smith to settle in and build a strong partnership. The two Englishmen shared an 84-run stand for the eighth wicket, with both batters scoring half-centuries. The wicketkeeper batter (51) adopted the Bazball approach and smashed six fours during his 56-ball knock, while Carse scored 56, which was laced with six fours and a six.

Kaif shared his thoughts on a crucial moment in the Lord's Test, expressing doubt over the decision to change the ball a...