India | Bowler

Mohammed Siraj is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a right-arm fast bowler for the national team. He plays for Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League and Hyderabad in domestic cricket. He was a part of the squad which won the 2023 Asia Cup and was the Player of the Match in the final.

Full Name Mohammed Siraj	Born March 13, 1994, Hyderabad	Age 31y 70d
Batting Style Right hand Bat	Bowling Style Right arm Fast	Playing Role Bowler

TEAMS

India Gujarat Titans Hyderabad (India) India A India B

India Green Rest of India Royal Challengers Bengaluru Sunrisers Hyderabad

Mohammed Siraj: India’s Relentless Pace Sensation – A Career Unfolding

Born on March 13, 1994 , in Hyderabad, Telangana , Mohammed Siraj emerged from humble beginnings to become one of India’s most feared fast bowlers . His journey, marked by raw aggression and technical evolution, reflects a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Early Career: The Spark of Potential

Siraj’s talent ignited at 16 , when he took 9 wickets in an innings for his local team, showcasing early promise 6. This breakthrough performance caught the eye of Hyderabad’s domestic selectors, propelling him into competitive cricket. His fiery pace and ability to generate bounce from flat Indian pitches set him apart, even as he honed his craft against seasoned batsmen.

Domestic Cricket: Building Foundations

Representing Hyderabad in domestic tournaments, Siraj became a linchpin of their bowling attack. His performances in the Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy highlighted his adaptability across formats, though red-ball cricket remained his primary focus initially. His consistency at the state level earned him recognition, paving the way for higher honors.

International Career: From Struggles to Stardom

Siraj’s international debut came after years of perseverance. Initially criticized for inconsistency, he transformed into a key member of India’s pace battery . By 2025 , he had claimed nearly 200 international wickets , excelling in both ODIs and T20Is . His role in India’s 2024 T20 World Cup triumph cemented his legacy as a big-match performer. Known for his aggressive yorkers and death-over mastery , Siraj thrives under pressure, often dismantling tailends with precision.

IPL Journey: Rise to Prominence

Siraj’s IPL career began with the Sunrisers Hyderabad , but it was his move to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2018 that defined his trajectory . Becoming RCB’s go-to powerplay bowler , he mastered swinging the new ball, consistently troubling openers with sharp seam movement . In 2023 , he delivered his best IPL season, taking 19 wickets in 14 matches , while his 15-wicket haul in 2024 underscored his reliability . Notably, he became the first RCB bowler to claim a five-wicket haul in IPL history , a testament to his match-winning potential. In 2025 , Gujarat Titans acquired him, banking on his experience and strike-bowling prowess .

Strong Zones: Powerplay Precision & Death Bowling

Siraj’s forte lies in exploiting the new ball’s swing , particularly in the powerplay overs , where his accuracy and movement unsettle top-order batsmen . Equally lethal in the death overs , his variations—** Yorkers, slower balls, and sharp bouncers**—make him a dual-threat. His ability to reverse-swing older balls adds another layer to his arsenal, often turning matches in India’s favor.

Legacy: A Modern-Day Indian Pace Icon

From battling financial hardships to becoming India’s premier fast bowler , Siraj’s story symbolizes resilience 9. His 200+ international wickets and 2024 World Cup glory mark him as a generational talent. As he enters the twilight of his career, his influence on young Indian pacers ensures a lasting legacy—a bowler who redefined intensity and heart in Indian cricket.

Mohammed Siraj Career Stats

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Tests	36	67	5306	3074	100	6/15	8/126	30.74	3.47	53.0	6	3	0
ODIs	44	43	1975	1707	71	6/21	6/21	24.04	5.18	27.8	2	1	0
T20Is	16	16	348	452	14	4/17	4/17	32.28	7.79	24.8	1	0	0
FC	77	140	12707	6894	264	8/59	11/136	26.11	3.25	48.1	19	8	2
List A	89	88	4057	3524	152	6/21	6/21	23.18	5.21	26.6	4	4	0
T20s	153	152	3282	4532	175	4/17	4/17	25.89	8.28	18.7	6	0	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Tests	36	49	22	131	16*	4.85	356	36.79	0	0	14	2	16	0
ODIs	44	17	10	55	9*	7.85	129	42.63	0	0	3	0	6	0
T20Is	16	4	2	14	7*	7.00	16	87.50	0	0	1	0	6	0
FC	77	101	31	503	46	7.18	1011	49.75	0	0	60	14	22	0
List A	89	45	22	193	36*	8.39	302	63.90	0	0	17	3	12	0
T20s	153	37	19	146	14*	8.11	167	87.42	0	0	14	4	48	0

Mohammed Siraj T20 Stats

Bowling

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
IPL	3 teams	105	105	2228	3228	108	4/17	4/17	29.88	8.69	20.6	3	0	0

Batting & Fielding

Tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
IPL	3 teams	105	25	15	109	14*	10.90	119	91.59	0	0	10	4	33	0

Debut/Last Matches of Mohammed Siraj

Test Matches

Debut

Australia vs India at Melbourne – December 26 – 29, 2020

Last

Australia vs India at Sydney – January 03 – 05, 2025

ODI Matches

Debut

Australia vs India at Adelaide – January 15, 2019

Last

Sri Lanka vs India at Colombo (RPS) – August 07, 2024

T20I Matches

Debut

India vs New Zealand at Rajkot – November 04, 2017

Last

Sri Lanka vs India at Pallekele – July 30, 2024

FC Matches

Debut

Services vs Hyderabad at Delhi – November 15 – 18, 2015

Last

Vidarbha vs Hyderabad at Nagpur – January 30 – February 02, 2025

List A Matches

Debut

Hyderabad vs Tamil Nadu at Hyderabad – December 17, 2015

Last

Sri Lanka vs India at Colombo (RPS) – August 07, 2024

T20 Matches

Debut

Bengal vs Hyderabad at Nagpur – January 02, 2016

Last

DC vs GT at Delhi – May 18, 2025

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru