Mohammed Siraj’s top five Test bowling performances showcase his match-winning abilities, including a stunning 6/15 against South Africa and key hauls against England, Australia, and West Indies. His skillful pace bowling has played a crucial role in India’s victories and historic moments, establishing him as a vital Test bowler.
5. 4/32 vs England, Lord’s, 2021
Mohammed Siraj’s fifth-best figures came at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground during the 2021 Test against England. India posted 364 in the first innings, with KL Rahul’s century leading the way. England replied with 391 thanks to Joe Root’s unbeaten 180. In the second innings, India declared at 298/8, setting a target of 272. Siraj led the pace attack, taking 4 wickets for 32 runs as England were bowled out for 120, handing India a 151-run victory.
4. 5/73 vs Australia, Brisbane, 2021
At The Gabba during the memorable Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2020-21, Siraj’s 5/73 in the second innings helped bowl Australia out for 294. India chased down a challenging target of 328 to win the match and the series 2-1. This historic victory is cherished by Indian fans.
3. 5/60 vs West Indies, Port of Spain, 2023
In the second Test of the series, Siraj claimed a five-wicket haul at Queen’s Park Oval. India posted 438 in the first innings with a century from Virat Kohli. Siraj’s bowling helped dismiss West Indies for 255. Although India set a target of 365, the match ended in a draw due to rain washing out day five.
2. 6/70 vs England, Birmingham, 2025
In the second Test at Edgbaston, Siraj took a magnificent six-wicket haul in England’s first innings, helping bowl out the hosts for 407. Shubman Gill’s double century powered India to 587. India eventually won by 336 runs after restricting England in the second innings as well.
1. 6/15 vs South Africa, Cape Town, 2024
Siraj’s best Test bowling figures came against South Africa at Newlands. His stunning 6 wickets for 15 runs bundled out South Africa for just 55 in the first innings. India won a thrilling low-scoring game by seven wickets. Siraj was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
