Mohammed Siraj

International career

Mohammed Siraj is a fast bowler for the Indian cricket team. He made his debut in 2017 and quickly became an important player. Siraj has played in key series and helped India win several tournaments. Here’s a look at his career:

• October 2017: Siraj was named in India’s T20I squad for the series against New Zealand.
• 4 November 2017: He debuted in T20Is against New Zealand and took his first wicket by dismissing Kane Williamson, finishing with 1/53.
• February 2018: He was selected for the Nidahas Trophy T20I series in Sri Lanka.
• September 2018: Siraj was part of India’s Test squad for the series against the West Indies but didn’t play.
• December 2018: He joined India’s ODI squad for the series against Australia.
• 15 January 2019: He made his ODI debut in Adelaide against Australia.
• 26 October 2020: Siraj was added to the Test squad for the series against Australia after Mohammad Shami got injured.
• 26 December 2020: He debuted in Test cricket, taking his first wicket of Marnus Labuschagne in Australia.
• January 2021: Siraj claimed his first five-wicket haul in a Test match during the fourth Test against Australia.
• January 2023: He played a crucial role in India’s win in the ODI series against New Zealand, taking 4 wickets in the first match.
• 21 January 2023: Siraj became the No. 1 ODI bowler in the ICC ODI rankings.
• 21 August 2023: He was included in India’s squad for the 2023 Asia Cup.
• 17 September 2023: In the Asia Cup final, Siraj took 6 wickets for 21 runs, matching the record of Chaminda Vaas for the fastest 6-wicket haul in ODI history.
• May 2024: He was named to India’s squad for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Siraj’s consistent performances in all formats have made him a vital member of the Indian cricket team. His skill and commitment have earned him respect and success on the international stage.

Indian Premier League

Mohammed Siraj’s journey in the IPL started in 2017. He has played for several teams and shown his skills as a fast bowler. Below is an overview of his IPL career, key performances, and details for the 2025 season.

Notable Performances:

• 4/32 vs Gujarat Lions (2017): Siraj took four wickets in his debut season, helping his team win.
• 3/8 vs KKR (2020): Siraj’s 3 wickets helped limit KKR to just 84/8.
• 3/25 vs SRH (2018): Siraj took 3 wickets and helped restrict SRH to 146 runs.

For the 2025 season, Siraj will continue his career with Gujarat Titans, where he was bought for INR 12.25 crore. His role as a fast bowler will remain important for the team’s chances in the tournament.

Domestic career

Mohammed Siraj began his domestic career in November 2015 with Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy. A few months later, he debuted in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in January 2016. In the 2016-17 Ranji Trophy, Siraj became the top wicket-taker for Hyderabad, claiming 41 wickets at an average of 18.92.

In February 2018, he was the highest wicket-taker in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, taking 23 wickets in seven matches. Later that year, he was selected for India A in the 2018-19 Deodhar Trophy and again for India B in the 2019-20 Deodhar Trophy.

In the 2020 IPL, Siraj set a record by becoming the first bowler to bowl consecutive maiden overs in a single match. His performances at the domestic level helped build his reputation as a reliable fast bowler.

Records and achievements

Mohammed Siraj holds several records and has won multiple awards in his cricket career. Here are some of his key achievements:

Records:

• Bowled the fastest delivery by an Indian in ODIs at 156 km/h
• First Indian to take four wickets in one over
• Took the fastest five-wicket haul in ODIs in just 16 balls
• Second player to take a six-wicket haul in Asia Cup history
• Recorded the fourth-best figures by an Indian in ODIs
• Second-fastest to 50 ODI wickets
• First Indian to take a six-wicket haul in the first session of a Test match

Awards:

• Best Fielder Medal from Yuvraj Singh for a key catch in the 2024 T20 World Cup match between India and the USA
• Player of the Match in the 2023 Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka. He received a $5,000 prize, which he dedicated to the stadium staff
• ICC Best ODI Bowler award for his outstanding performances in ODIs

Personal life

Mohammed Siraj comes from a humble family. His father worked as an auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad. Siraj first played cricket as a batsman but later became a bowler after his friends praised his skills. His elder brother encouraged him to take cricket seriously. In November 2020, Siraj's father passed away due to a heart attack.

Family and Relationships

Siraj is not married yet but is engaged. The name of his future wife is not known, as he keeps his personal life private while focusing on his cricket career.