India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj reminded everyone of his white-ball credentials with a decisive, match-winning spell for Hyderabad against Mumbai in the Super League Group B clash of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025–26. The right-arm pacer returned impressive figures of 3 for 21, dismantling a star-studded Mumbai line-up and setting up a dominant nine-wicket win for his side.
Mumbai, captained by Shardul Thakur and featuring the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan and Ajinkya Rahane, never quite found its rhythm. After a steady start, Mohammed Siraj turned the game on its head in the 17th over. He struck first with a sharp return catch to dismiss Suryansh Shedge, showcasing his athleticism as well as his bowling prowess.
Off the very next delivery, Mohammed Siraj trapped skipper Shardul Thakur lbw, delivering a double blow that left Mumbai reeling in the death overs. Mohammed Siraj wasn’t done yet. He soon accounted for Tanush Kotian for just two runs, effectively shutting the door on any late surge.
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Mumbai were eventually bowled out for 131, a total that always looked below par on a good batting surface. Unsurprisingly, Mohammed Siraj was named Player of the Match for his impactful spell, continuing his strong run in the domestic T20 tournament. Hyderabad’s batters then made the chase look routine.
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They overhauled the 132-run target in just 11.5 overs, losing only one wicket along the way and underlining the gulf between the two sides on the day. Siraj’s performance comes at a crucial phase of his career.
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Despite being part of India’s victorious T20 World Cup 2024 squad, the 31-year-old has not featured in T20Is since July 2024 against Sri Lanka. In 16 T20Is, Mohammed Siraj has picked up 14 wickets, with best figures of 4 for 17. Earlier in the SMAT, Siraj impressed with an economical 1 for 15 against Uttar Pradesh. Rested for the recent ODI series against South Africa, he is set to return to international action in the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 11, 2026.
