Mohammed Siraj Shines in India vs England Series 2025

On Day 2 of the 5th Test at The Oval, Siraj claimed 4/86, tearing through England’s middle order and turning the momentum in India's favour.

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In the 2nd Test at Edgbaston, Siraj recorded 6/70, a match‑defining effort that helped India take a 180‑run lead.

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Across the series, Siraj led India’s attack, finishing top of the wicket‑taking charts with 18 wickets, edging out England’s leading bowlers. India used him in all five Tests, bowling a marathon 109 overs.

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In the Oval Test (Day 2), Siraj took the wicket of Ollie Pope to complete 200 international Test wickets, surpassing even Sachin Tendulkar’s mark.

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Known for fiery energy, Siraj sparked intense moments on the field—clashing with England’s opening batsmen, including a heated exchange with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett. Umpires intervened.

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With Jasprit Bumrah rested due to workload management, Siraj spearheaded India’s pace attack. As the series wraps, eyes will be on him in upcoming World Test Championship matches and T20 World Cup.

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