Virat Kohli‘s sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, shared a heartfelt message for Mohammed Siraj following his heroics at The Oval, where he helped India defeat England by six runs and level the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2.Siraj was the leading wicket-taker in the five-match series, playing all five Tests and bowling a mammoth 185.3 overs.
Bhawna shared two Instagram slides featuring Siraj’s reaction — one showing him crouched on his haunches at Lord’s, and another of him celebrating India’s win at The Oval.Bhawna wrote, “This sport never fails to amaze, as there are heroes who inspire and make us believe in hope and positivity. @mohammedsirajofficial YOU ARE GREAT.”
Bhwanka Kohli Dhingra’s Instagram story for Mohammed Siraj (Screengrabs)
Virat Kohli also lauded Siraj’s effort after India’s win at The Oval.“Great win by Team India. Resilience and determination from Siraj and Prasidh has given us this phenomenal victory. Special mention to Siraj, who will put everything on the line for the team. Extremely happy for him ❤️ @mdsirajofficial @prasidh43,” he wrote on X.
Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj returned to his hometown Hyderabad on Wednesday after leading India’s bowling attack in the drawn Test series against England. He emerged as the highest wicket-taker of the series, bowling 185.3 overs across all five matches, and was warmly welcomed by enthusiastic fans.Siraj, 31, first landed at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport from London alongside India’s fielding coach T Dilip. Dressed in black casuals, he quickly boarded a connecting flight to Hyderabad, where more fans greeted him upon arrival.At the Mumbai airport, fans approached him for selfies and autographs, but he made a quick move toward the domestic terminal.Siraj’s most crucial performance came in the final Test at The Oval, where he claimed five wickets in the second innings, completing a nine-wicket match haul and helping India secure a narrow six-run win — the closest margin of victory in India’s Test history.The win ensured a 2-2 series draw, with Siraj stepping up in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the Oval Test due to workload management.
