Mohammed Siraj Returns Home! Fans Flock Hyderabad Airport to Celebrate His Heroics

Hyderabad, 6 August – (www.deccanlive.com): Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj returned to his hometown Hyderabad today after a remarkable performance in the final Test against England at The Oval. A large crowd of fans gathered at the airport to welcome him. Siraj, however, did not speak to the waiting media and quickly left in a car while talking on his phone.

In the fifth and final Test, Siraj’s sensational bowling proved crucial for India’s thrilling six‑run victory, leveling the series 2‑2. He claimed five wickets in England’s second innings, taking his match tally to nine wickets, which earned him the “Man of the Match” award.

In the first innings, Siraj grabbed four important wickets to restrict England’s total, while his devastating spell in the second innings turned the game in India’s favor. His aggressive approach and perfect coordination with the captain’s strategy broke key partnerships and changed the course of the match on the final day.

Experts hailed Siraj as a “match‑winner,” with many calling his performance one of the best bowling displays in recent Indian cricket history.

Indian cricketer Mohammed Siraj received a warm welcome from fans at Hyderabad airport after his stellar performance in the Test series against England.

Earlier, in Mumbai, fans requested selfies and autographs, but Siraj quickly left for his connecting flight to Hyderabad, where more supporters were waiting for him.

A Hyderabad Cricket Association official said, “We haven’t spoken to him yet, but we plan to felicitate him soon. It’s a matter of pride for all of us that he performed so well for the country.”