Watch: Mohammed Siraj arrives in Mumbai after stellar England series, fans hail ‘Miyan Magic’ | Cricket News
NEW DELHI: India pacer Mohammed Siraj returned to the country on Wednesday, landing in Mumbai after a heroic performance in the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, where India drew 2-2 against England. The 31-year-old fast bowler was the leading wicket-taker in the five-match Test series, finishing with 23 scalps at an average of 32.43.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!A video of Siraj’s arrival at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport quickly went viral on social media, showing him walking out in crisp black casuals and acknowledging a small group of fans who had gathered to welcome him. Though there were enthusiastic requests for selfies and autographs, Siraj, ever low-key off the field, made a quick exit.Watch:
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Siraj’s performances in England, especially in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah for two Tests due to workload management, elevated his status from support act to spearhead. He produced a six-wicket haul at Birmingham, where his 6/70 helped India gain a 180-run lead, and followed it up with a stunning five-wicket spell at The Oval, triggering England’s collapse from 301/4 to 367 all out.
Dubbed ‘Miyan Magic’, Siraj silenced critics who once pointed to his erratic spells, emerging as a dependable and tireless workhorse in overseas conditions. Since his Test debut in 2020, Siraj has bowled 1069.5 overs, taking 123 wickets in 41 Tests—only behind Bumrah in terms of workload among Indian pacers.With his passion, relentless energy, and emotional intensity, Siraj has not just delivered results but has become a symbol of India’s evolving pace identity.
