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10 Shocking News Mohammed Siraj From Fast Bowler to Telangana DSP

Mohammed Siraj didn’t start with a formal cricket academy but honed his skills on Hyderabad’s streets.

Unconventional Path to Success:

Siraj began his professional cricket journey at the age of 23, a relatively late age for cricketers.

Late Start in Cricket:

Incredible Rise in IPL:

He was an unknown bowler until Sunrisers Hyderabad picked him in the IPL for INR 2.6 crores in 2017.

Humbling Beginnings:

Siraj’s father was an auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad, and he used to live in a small rented house.

Despite his humble background, Siraj became one of India's top pacers in just a few years.

Breaking Barriers:

Mentored by Virat Kohli:

Virat Kohli played a significant role in Siraj's development as a cricketer, especially during his time at Royal Challengers Bangalore.

An Emotional Debut in Australia:

Siraj made his Test debut for India during the 2020-2021 Border-Gavaskar series in Australia after his father passed away just weeks before.

Mohammed Siraj

Bowled a Record-Breaking Spell:

Siraj’s 5-wicket haul in the 2021 Brisbane Test was instrumental in India’s series victory against Australia.

Highest-Earning IPL Bowler  of His Batch:

In 2021, Siraj became one of the highest-paid bowlers from his IPL batch, earning a multi-million dollar contract with RCB.

Honorary DSP Appointment:

The Telangana government appointed Siraj as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in February 2024 as an honorary role for his sports achievements.

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