In a rags-to-riches story of modern cricket, which also happens to be very inspiring, we see how Mohammed Siraj went from playing tennis ball cricket in the streets of Hyderabad to becoming one of India’s leading fast bowlers. Born into a moderate family in Secunderabad, he built his career on raw pace, determination and relentless hard work.
He is a mainstay in all forms of international cricket that India fields and is a key player in the Indian fast bowling attack. As of 2026, Siraj has played 46 Tests, 50 ODIs and 17 T20I matches, which is a total of 140, 76 and 17 wickets respectively. Also, he plays for the Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
Personal Details
Full Name: Mohammed Siraj
Date of Birth: 13 March 1994
Age: 32 years
Birthplace: Secunderabad, Telangana, India
Nickname: Miya Magic
Height: 5’10” (1.78 m)
Batting Style: Right-handed
Bowling Style: Right-arm fast
Role: Bowler
Jersey Number: 73
Nationality: Indian
IPL Team: Gujarat Titans
Early Life and Background
Mohammed Siraj was born on 13th March 1994 in Secunderabad, Telangana. He grew up in a modest economic setting and at first developed his cricket skills with tennis ball cricket.
Siraj started to take cricket very seriously as a teen. At 19, he dove into competitive club cricket in Hyderabad. One of his very early great performances was when he took nine wickets in a match, which brought into focus his natural pace and wicket-taking ability.
His path in cricket was late in coming, which is not the case for many elite cricketers, which in turn makes his rise to international cricket all the more remarkable.
Family
Siraj’s father, Mohammed Ghaus, was an auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad, and his mother, Shabana Begum, is a homemaker. His family greatly supported his cricketing ambitions.
In Siraj’s life, a key moment came during India’s 2020- 21 tour of Australia, which was the time of his father’s death. Siraj chose to stay with the Indian team, which he did and went on to play a very important role in India’s great series win.
Domestic and IPL Career
Siraj, who was a debutant for Hyderabad in the 2015–16 Ranji Trophy season. In the 2016–17 season, he took 41 wickets in nine matches, which in turn secured his place as one of India’s talented fast bowlers.
In 2017, he joined Sunrisers Hyderabad, which was the start of his IPL career; they bought him for ₹2.6 crore. Also, he went to Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he grew to be one of their key powerplay bowlers.
In 2023, he had what was to date his best IPL season for RCB, which saw him take 19 wickets in 14 matches.
Gujarat Titans did a deal for Siraj for 12.25 crore at the 2024 mega auction. In the 2026 season, which was the 8th IPL season, we saw Siraj with 19 wickets in 15 games.
As of the close of the 2026 IPL season, Siraj has played in 125 matches and has 128 wickets to his name, which also includes his best performance of 4/17.
International Career
T20is
Siraj had his T20I debut against New Zealand in Rajkot on 4th November 2017. In 17 T20Is, he has appeared in and taken 17 wickets, including a best performance of 4/17.
He was also included in the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning team.
ODIs
Siraj made his ODI debut against Australia in January 2019. In January 2023, his career hit a major milestone when he rose to be the No. 1 -ranked ODI bowler in the ICC rankings.
In the 2023 Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, which was a high point of his ODI career, he did so. Also in that match, which stood out in his ODI career, he became the first Indian bowler to bowl a perfect maiden over by taking four wickets.
As of 2026, Siraj has played in 50 ODIs and has 76 wickets to his name, with an average of 25.33 and a best performance of 6/21.
Tests
Siraj first appeared in the Test match against Australia at the MCG on 26 December 2020. He was a large part of India’s successful series win in Australia.
In 2024 at Cape Town, he put in one of his best-ever performances, which saw him take 6/15.
In 2025, during the Test series against England, Siraj headed the Indian wicket-taking chart with 23 wickets.
As of 2026, he has played in 46 Tests and taken 140 wickets, which is an average of 29.74 with an economy rate of 3.53.
Major Achievements
In January 2023, it reached the top rank.
Took 6 in the 2023 Asia Cup final.
Became the first from India to take out four wickets in a single ODI.
Member of India’s T20 World Cup team in 2024.
In 2025, India will take 23 wickets against England.
Recorded 06/15 in 2024 against South Africa.
Crossed 100 IPL wickets in 2025.
Took 19 wickets in the 2026 IPL for the Gujarat Titans.
Playing Style
Siraj is known for his aggressive right-arm fast bowling. He is also known for new-ball swing, seam movement, pace, which is very quick, accurate length deliveries and also for the ease with which he bowls for long spells.
His aggressive style of play and competitive spirit set him apart in Test cricket; he is also a risky new-ball bowler who can break it back into the right-hander as well as out to the left-hander in limited overs.
Net Worth and Income
Siraj’s exact present net worth is a private matter. That which he does earn is from the BCCI, international matches, IPL salary and brand endorsements.
In the IPL with the Gujarat Titans, he is on a deal that is worth 12.25 crores per season. Also, he has an association with commercial brands like Puma.
Social Media
Siraj is active on social media, which he uses to share updates about cricket, his training and personal life.
Instagram: @moheem siraj official.
X: @md siraj official.
Interesting Facts
Siraj grew up playing tennis-ball cricket, which improved his bowling skills.
In a very early competitive match, he did.
His father was an auto-rickshaw driver.
He carried on with India’s tour of Australia after the death of his father in 2020.
His 6/21 in the 2015 Asia Cup final is a performance to remember.
He was the first to do it in ODIs for India.
His nickname is “Miya Magic.”
He has played for Sunrisers Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
FAQs
Q1. What is the birth date of Mohammed Siraj?
Mohammed Siraj was born on the 13th of March 1994 in Secunderabad, Telangana.
Q2. What is Siraj’s total in international matches?
As of 2026, he has 140 Test, 76 ODI and 17 T20I wickets, which is a total of 233 international wickets.
Q3. What was Siraj’s best bowling performance?
His best performances are 6/15 in Tests and 6 in ODIs.
Q4. Which team does Siraj play for in the IPL?
He is a member of the Gujarat Titans.
Q5. What has Siraj achieved in the IPL?
He played in 125 IPL games and took 128 wickets through the 2026 season.
Q6. What is it about Mohammed Siraj that is so inspiring?
Siraj came out of a very humble background, which did not have access to the resources of the elite cricket academies, and still went on to become one of India’s preeminent international fast bowlers.
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