Mohammed Siraj: Poised for Milestone in Manchester

Indian cricket's dynamic pacer, Mohammed Siraj, is on the brink of a significant milestone as he prepares to play his 100th international match against England at Manchester's Old Trafford Stadium. Siraj is just two wickets away from reaching 200 international scalps, a momentous achievement for the bowler in his burgeoning career.

Over the course of 99 international matches, Siraj has claimed 198 wickets at an average of 28.53, showcasing his prowess with five five-wicket hauls, his best figures being 6/15. His dominance spans across formats, with stellar performances in 39 Tests, 44 ODIs, and 16 T20Is. Notably, he was instrumental in India's victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and Asia Cup 2023, earning 'Player of the Match' in the Asia Cup final for his remarkable 6/21.

Ranked number one in ICC ODI Rankings once, Siraj has proved to be crucial in overseas conditions, aligning with the likes of Jasprit Bumrah in terms of effectiveness. In the ongoing series, he has emerged as the leading wicket-taker with 13 wickets in three matches. As Siraj takes the field in Manchester, anticipation builds on whether he will deliver another match-winning performance.

(With inputs from agencies.)