Mohammed Siraj is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a right-arm fast bowler across all formats and continues to be a key member of India’s pace attack. Standing 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall, the 31-year-old is currently featuring in the 2025 Test series against England, where his swing and aggression have made him one of India’s most reliable wicket-takers.
A remarkable highlight of his career came during the 2023 Asia Cup Final, where his sensational spell of 6/21 demolished Sri Lanka and earned him widespread global praise. He represents Hyderabad in domestic cricket, and he last played the IPL 2025 season for Gujarat Titans, leading their bowling attack with his disciplined new-ball spells. Siraj’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of India’s premier fast bowlers remains one of modern cricket’s most inspiring stories.
Luxury home in Film Nagar, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (₹13 crore), Range Rover Vogue (₹2.4 crore), Mercedes-Benz S-Class (₹1.8 crore), BMW 5-Series, Toyota Corolla, Mahindra Thar
Mohammed Siraj’s net worth reflects his successful cricket career spanning international cricket, the IPL, and lucrative brand endorsements. His impressive asset portfolio includes a luxury residence and a collection of premium vehicles, symbolizing his remarkable journey from modest beginnings in Tolichowki to becoming one of India’s elite cricketers.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
India
2017
Hyderabad
2015
Sunrisers Hyderabad
2017
Royal Challengers Bangalore
2018 – 2024
Gujarat Titans
2025
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
Safa Junior College, Nampally, Hyderabad
University
Completed education up to 12th grade
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Wickets
Best Bowling
Test
27
95
16*
68
5/73
ODI
50
77
16*
94
6/21
T20I
10
15
6
12
4/17
IPL
79
97
14*
78
4/21
Mohammad Siraj Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs / Wickets
Venue
Test
England
February 9, 2025
4 (12) & 3/62, 1/28
Rajkot
Test
England
February 2, 2025
0 (2) & 1/45
Visakhapatnam
Test
England
January 25, 2025
1 (7) & 2/70
Hyderabad
ODI
South Africa
December 19, 2024
6* (9) & 1/38
Paarl
ODI
South Africa
December 17, 2024
0 (3) & 2/58
Gqeberha
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2016-17
Highest wicket-taker for Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy with 41 wickets
2017-18
Leading wicket-taker in Vijay Hazare Trophy with 23 wickets in 7 matches
2020
First bowler in IPL history to bowl back-to-back maiden overs in a single match
2021
Took 13 wickets in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, including a five-wicket haul at the Gabba
2023
Became No. 1 ODI Bowler in ICC ODI Rankings (21 January 2023)
2023
Player of the Match in Asia Cup final with figures of 6/21 against Sri Lanka
2023
First Indian bowler to take 4 wickets in an over (Asia Cup final)
2024
Member of India’s T20 World Cup winning squad
2025
Highest wicket-taker in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy with 23 wickets in 9 innings
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition/Trophy
Significance
2018
Emerging Player of the Year
IPL recognition
2021
Border-Gavaskar Trophy
India’s historic Test series win in Australia
2022
ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year
Selected for outstanding ODI performances
2023
Asia Cup
Winner and Player of the Match in final
2023
ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year
Second consecutive selection
2024
T20 World Cup
Winner with Team India
2024
Honorary Deputy Superintendent of Police
Appointed by Telangana government (October 2024)
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Joint-fastest 6-wicket haul in ODIs
Equaled Chaminda Vaas’s record of taking 5 wickets in 16 balls
BCCI Grade A Contract
Annual retainer of ₹5 crore
IPL Purple Cap contender
Consistently among top wicket-takers in IPL seasons
Record Test figures
Best bowling figures of 6/15 against South Africa
Restaurant Owner
Launched restaurant “Joharfa” in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad (July 2025)
Interesting Facts About Mohammed Siraj
He began playing cricket with a tennis ball at age 16 and took 9 wickets in his first match for his uncle’s club team.
His ability to bowl aggressive spells with both the new and old ball is widely praised by coaches and teammates.
He never attended a cricket academy and is entirely self-taught, learning through club cricket in Hyderabad.
Known for his passionate celebrations and aggressive on-field demeanor, he often imitates Cristiano Ronaldo’s “SIUUU” celebration after taking wickets.
His jersey number 73 represents his birth date and month – March 13 (13/03).
He became the first bowler in IPL history to bowl consecutive maiden overs in a single match.
Despite coming from a financially challenged background, he never gave up on his cricket dreams and supported his family while pursuing his career.
He was appointed as an honorary Deputy Superintendent of Police by the Telangana government in 2024, making him one of the few cricketers with such recognition.
His restaurant “Joharfa” in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, reflects his entrepreneurial spirit beyond cricket.
He holds a BCCI Grade A contract worth ₹5 crore annually, placing him among India’s elite cricketers.
Born in Hyderabad, Mohammed Siraj is 31 years old and 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall. His cricket journey through the Sunrisers Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and now Gujarat Titans in the IPL, along with his stellar performances for Team India, reflects his unwavering determination and skill. From starting as a young bowler with a tennis ball to becoming India’s premier fast bowler across all formats, Siraj’s story is one of perseverance, hard work, and triumph over adversity.
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