Mohammad Siraj's five-wicket haul turned into match-winning heroics in the fifth and final test of the Tendulkar-Anderson trophy between India and England at the Oval on Monday. After the narrow 6-run win, India leveled the series 2-2 with the hosts. Legends of the game and fans all over the cricket world are admiring Team India for the historic win, and Mohammad Siraj for his bowling spell, especially earning him a loud shoutout from home.
Ex-India skipper and test maverick Virat Kohli took to his X to shower praises on the Indian Cricket Team and the star of the match, Mohammad Siraj. He wrote, "Great win by Team India. Resilience and determination from Siraj and Prasiddh have given us this phenomenal victory. Special mention to Siraj, who will put everything on the line for the team. Extremely happy for him."
Former England player, Michael Vaughan, also expressed his take, saying, "Amazing talent on both teams, but if I had to choose one player, it would be @msdirajofficial...His efforts throughout the series have been incredible..#EngvsInd."
While Yuvraj Singh called it "one of the most remarkable comebacks in recent Test cricket", Shashi Tharoor stated the win "absolutely exhilarated and ecstatic", and the BCCI praised Siraj for his relentless bowling display, where he scalped nine wickets in the match.
But, apart from the Greats, what catches the eye are the reactions of Siraj's fans back home. Firstly, Siraj's biggest fan - Hyderabad Police. The Department took to its official social media handle to congratulate DSP Mohammad Siraj for his stellar performance. And then, what followed were the comments of fans of "Miya bhai", as he is lovingly called back home.
"Congratulations to Shri Mohammad Siraj, DSP! For his stellar performance in India's historic test win against England! Pride of Telangana. Hero in Uniform and Sport."
Congratulations to Shri Mohammed Siraj, DSP!
— Telangana Police (@TelanganaCOPs) August 4, 2025
For his stellar performance in India's historic Test win against England!
Pride of Telangana | Hero in Uniform & Sport pic.twitter.com/K9pH247kgT
Fans immediately took to the comments section to express their joy and even "demands" for their hero after yesterday's win, mostly flooded with the Hyderabad pacer's promotion. Apart from playing for the country, Mohammad Siraj also serves as the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in the Telangana Police under the Sports quota.
One user said, "Give this man a raise." Another one added, "Make him SP from DSP." A step ahead, another user said, "Commissioner bana dijiye Siraj ko (Make Siraj the commissioner."
Someone else commented, "Jai Hind. Win against the British Raj at the right time."
Mohammad Siraj is an inspiration for the youth in India, especially in his hometown town Hyderabad. His prowess was visible in the test series against England, where the pacer delivered for the team whenever needed. An official promotion might not be there yet, but fans adhere to their belief in Mohammad Siraj and wish to see him honored in his cricket career, and otherwise too!
