By:- B.T Team
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Mohammed Siraj didn’t start with a formal cricket academy but honed his skills on Hyderabad’s streets.
Unconventional Path to Success:
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.
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.
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.