Watch: Ishan Kishan, Mohammed Siraj’s funny football challenge ahead of NZ vs IND 4th ODI

Star Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and ace pacer Mohammed Siraj took part in a fun football challenge ahead of the India vs New Zealand 4th ODI. The BCCI shared the video on social media with the caption, "Putting the best 'FOOT' forward" challenge.

The two cricketers, who are known to be good friends, challenged each other ahead of the match at Bay Oval. The football challenge became even more interesting as both players tried to win but failed in several attempts, making the moment entertaining for fans.

Notably, Ishan Kishan has been appointed vice-captain for the upcoming 4th and 5th ODIs. Meanwhile, Mohammed Siraj has also been included in the squad for the remaining matches. 

Watch the fun football challenge between the two Indian cricketers here:

All about the Ishan Kishan-Mohammed Siraj football challenge

The football challenge required Ishan Kishan and Mohammed Siraj to kick the ball through a gap between two LED advertising boards near the boundary line. After their first three attempts ended in failure, Ishan began teasing Siraj by asking, "Ronaldo ka naam suna hai? Tu Ronaldo fan hai na?" Siraj responded confidently, "Ronaldo pe baat aa gaya, ab maarna hi padega."

However, both cricketers failed to hit the target in their fourth and fifth attempts, making the challenge even more entertaining. Despite their efforts, neither could get the ball through the gap, while the friendly banter between them continued.

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Finally, on the sixth and last attempt, Ishan Kishan successfully kicked the ball through the gap. He celebrated his success by continuing to tease Siraj, saying, "Kya bola tha? Main hi maarunga!" The fun moment made the football challenge even more entertaining for fans.