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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Siraj (2025) becomes the biggest Indian blockbuster in England since Simran & Raj (1995) as famous cricketers, fan armies and politicians gush
A day before he turned India's fortunes pouring his heart out to bowl them to victory at the Oval, the Barmy Army Twitter handle had posted a strange angled face shot of Mohammed Siraj without a caption, leaving the replies open. It invited a few sniggering comments. Siraj would – as he has over the course of this tour – convert many to his brand of energetic cricket. The dropped six from a day ago, that clean bowled at Lord's were still raw, but redemption was close. So when the victory finally came – and Siraj believed it would – the Bharat Army posted a simple post of its own. The official travelling group of India fans wrote, 'The best thing about time is that it changes… Miyan's success feels personal' But Team India can be said to have achieved the impossible – more impossible than winning after Brook, Root centuries in a Bazball chase: the compulsive human thesaurus Shashi Tharoor, was rendered wordless. 'Words fail me….WHAT A WIN! 🇮🇳🏏,' the politician tweeted, an unprecedented occurence of words failing him. 'Absolutely exhilarated & ecstatic for #TeamIndia on their series-clinching victory against England! The grit, determination, and passion on display were simply incredible. This team is special. I am sorry that I expressed a spasm of doubt about the outcome yesterday. But @mdsirajofficial never stopped believing! Shabash to our heroes‼️' he registered his delirium. Words fail me….WHAT A WIN! 🇮🇳🏏 Absolutely exhilarated & ecstatic for #TeamIndia on their series-clinching victory against England! The grit, determination, and passion on display were simply incredible. This team is special. I am sorry that I expressed a spasm of doubt about… — Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) August 4, 2025 Another politician Asaduddin Owaisi, who has played cricket in Hyderabad himself, noted, 'Always a winner @mdsirajofficial! As we say in Hyderabadi, poora khol diye Pasha!' soon after Siraj sent Gus Atkinson's stump cartwheeling. Microsoft head Satya Nadella might just have realised no AI can mimic real human cricket, and he gushed about India's team, the most followed team in cricket on earth while praising Test cricket. '🏏 25 days. 5 battles. Scores tied 2-2. This isn't just a game — it's Test Cricket in all its timeless glory. A series for the ages. Hats off to IND & ENG for the drama, grit, and greatness,' said the man invested in the HUNDRED but knowing value of the 5 day game. Praise poured in from other quarters for the rivetting series. Ben Stokes, England's captain 'I have always had great respect and admiration for Mohammed Siraj as a competitor. He just keeps coming coming and coming. You know he is always going to be in a fight with you. This is another example for what it means. In this game in particular, he kept going and going. Opposition and all that kinds of stuff (is okay), but I have always had respect and admiration for him. So, yeah, fair play to him.' #WATCH | London, UK: On Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj's performance, England Captain Ben Stokes says, 'I've always had great respect and admiration for Mohammed Siraj as a competitor. He just keeps coming and coming and coming. He's always going to be in the fight with you. This… — ANI (@ANI) August 4, 2025 Brendon McCullum, England's coach 'It was a cracking series to be a part of and when Siraj took that final wicket, as much I was disappointed, I had admiration for him and the fight he has got as a cricketer and the way he was able to do what he did.' 'As good a five-match series I've ever been a part of or witnessed' 🙌 England head coach Brendon McCullum sums up the EPIC series between England and India 💭 — Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) August 4, 2025 Sourav Ganguly, former India captain Siraj has never let this team down in any part of the a treat to watch Fantastic from Team India . Test cricket ,best format by to all members and coaches led by the fantastic shubman has never let this team down any part of the a treat to watch .well done prasidh,Akashdeep,jaiswal @mdsirajofficial… — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) August 4, 2025 Michael Atherton, former England captain in his column for the Times 'Mohammed Siraj, or 'Siraj the Magnificent' as he shall be known hereafter … Alongside side him [Shubman] arm-in-arm, was Siraj, cradling the match ball like a precious heirloom. He didn't let it go this time. Having dropped Harry Brook the day before, it felt like Siraj had let the match and the series slip, but a simple image on his phone of the footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, with the words 'Believe!' had given him strength.' Nasser Hussain, former England captain on Sky Sports 'The final scoreline was well and truly deserved by India, and it was very fitting for Siraj to get the final wicket Mohammad Kaif, former India batsman 'It is often said one dropped catch can be the reason for your defeat. But Siraj's miss would be forgotten, he will be remembered for his brave long bowling spells. This young Indian team gives it all.' It is often said one dropped catch can be the reason for your defeat. But Siraj's miss would be forgotten, he will be remembered for his brave long bowling spells. This young Indian team gives it all. — Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) August 4, 2025 Harry Brook, England's batsman I thought we'll easily take it home in the morning, but the way Siraj bowled, he deserved the success today. I thought the pitch would be flatter after the roller. But it zipped around under cloud. But Siraj has had a phenomenal series and a finish Harry Brook had nothing but praise for Mohammed Siraj 👏 More 👉 #ENGvIND — ICC (@ICC) August 5, 2025 R Ashwin on his Youtube channel 'In this series, he has bowled almost 200 overs and still running in hard. One mighty effort by Siraj. When Bumrah is playing, there are times when we forget Siraj completely. When Bumrah isn't playing, Siraj does get the credit he richly deserves … When he first burst into the scene in the Gabba Test in 2020‑21, the outswinger was his most potent weapon. Siraj has managed to bring it back. He had lost it out for a while. With that in his arsenal now, he has become doubly effective.' Rishi Sunak, former British PM 'Unbelievable. Gutted for England but WHAT a series. Brook and Root's stand, India's comeback, Woakes batting in a sling – iconic. Test cricket over five days…there's nothing like it.' Unbelievable. Gutted for England but WHAT a series. Brook and Root's stand, India's comeback, Woakes batting in a sling – iconic. Test cricket over five days…there's nothing like it. — Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) August 4, 2025 Mohammed Azharuddin, former India captain, politician; and Siraj's fellow Hyderabadi 'Incredible win for India — holding off England by just 6 runs to level the series! @mdsirajofficial delivered under pressure with grit and class. Hyderabad's son keeps making us proud.' Incredible win for India — holding off England by just 6 runs to level the series! @mdsirajofficial delivered under pressure with grit and class. Hyderabad's son keeps making us proud.@BCCI #INDvsENG — Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) August 4, 2025 Ishant Sharma, former international pace workhorse 'Congratulations to Team India on an incredible fightback! The series ends 2-2, but the spirit and performance were absolutely outstanding. Proud of the resilience, passion, and unity shown throughout.' Congratulations to Team India on an incredible fightback! The series ends 2-2, but the spirit and performance were absolutely outstanding. Proud of the resilience, passion, and unity shown throughout.#INDvsENG 🇮🇳 — Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) August 4, 2025 Naveen Patnaik, politician 'Congratulate Indian Cricket Team on clinching a thrilling win over England in the final Test to level the series. The historic win will be fondly remembered and celebrated for a long time by cricket lovers. Wish the young Indian team all the very best for the future. #INDvsENG' Congratulate Indian Cricket Team on clinching a thrilling win over England in the final Test to level the series. The historic win will be fondly remembered and celebrated for a long time by cricket lovers. Wish the young Indian team all the very best for the future. #INDvsENG — Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) August 4, 2025 Alex Carrey, Australia cricketer to CA 'I think the whole series was pretty entertaining – the way it finished was pretty spectacular. To see five Test matches go five days is pretty unique. Seeing Woaksey walk out to bat was pretty courageous. I was probably backing them (England) to score the runs. I reckon once we saw Siraj bowl that first over (on day 5), there was quite a bit of movement with a 77-over old ball.'
Rhyl Journal
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Tensions, Stokes' fitness, Bumrah dilemma – talking points ahead of fifth Test
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the key issues ahead of the fifth match. Harry Brook says England must ditch their "nice guy" persona 🏴#ENGvIND — England's Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) July 22, 2025 Relations between the sides have become increasingly strained, with a time-wasting spat at Lord's, some overly aggressive send-offs, plenty of sledging and the handshake row at Old Trafford. With just three days between games there has barely been a chance for cooler heads to prevail, and another highly charged contest must be expected. The team that channels their emotions best in the finale could claim an important edge. England skipper Ben Stokes has had a wonderful series, including player-of-the-match performances in each of the last two games. But it is no secret that his body is creaking under the weight of his workload. He has already sent down 140 overs and faced almost 600 balls, with bouts of cramp and concerns over his knee, calf and bicep. It is almost four months until the start of the Ashes but the one thing England cannot countenance is their captain breaking down. Will anyone be able to stop him pushing himself too far? India tied their hands unnecessarily at the start of the tour by repeatedly committing to the idea that the world's number one bowler Jasprit Bumrah would only play three Tests. The rationale, to prevent exaggerating existing back issues, was sound but the policy was always too rigid. Now they find themselves in a must-win situation with Bumrah's allocation already used. The temptation to bust their own guidelines will surely win out. If it does not, England's batters will be the ones breathing a sigh of relief. Well worth the wait, Daws! 🙌 Jaiswal caught by Brook off Dawson 🤲 🇮🇳 1⃣2⃣0⃣-2⃣ — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 23, 2025 Shoaib Bashir's broken finger led to a recall for Liam Dawson, eight years after his previous Test outing. The Hampshire stalwart struck early in the first innings but did not bag another wicket, leaving him with just one success in 62 overs. He was tidy but toothless for long spells and England may conclude that they are better loading the attack with pace and relying on Joe Root for occasional bouts of spin. It is a combination that some favour for Australia and now could be the chance to take a look. The combination of unresponsive balls and flat pitches has made for a run-fest this summer, with all four matches going the distance as bowlers toiled away for long, taxing spells. In all there have been 18 centuries and a further 22 fifties. Might the Kia Oval finally offer a plot twist, with ball getting the better of bat? Surrey have been known to prepare greener surfaces and there is a steady pattern of teams bowling first to exploit early movement. Neither side have suffered a batting meltdown yet but the conditions for a collapse could come together in south London.
Leader Live
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Tensions, Stokes' fitness, Bumrah dilemma – talking points ahead of fifth Test
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the key issues ahead of the fifth match. Harry Brook says England must ditch their "nice guy" persona 🏴#ENGvIND — England's Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) July 22, 2025 Relations between the sides have become increasingly strained, with a time-wasting spat at Lord's, some overly aggressive send-offs, plenty of sledging and the handshake row at Old Trafford. With just three days between games there has barely been a chance for cooler heads to prevail, and another highly charged contest must be expected. The team that channels their emotions best in the finale could claim an important edge. England skipper Ben Stokes has had a wonderful series, including player-of-the-match performances in each of the last two games. But it is no secret that his body is creaking under the weight of his workload. He has already sent down 140 overs and faced almost 600 balls, with bouts of cramp and concerns over his knee, calf and bicep. It is almost four months until the start of the Ashes but the one thing England cannot countenance is their captain breaking down. Will anyone be able to stop him pushing himself too far? India tied their hands unnecessarily at the start of the tour by repeatedly committing to the idea that the world's number one bowler Jasprit Bumrah would only play three Tests. The rationale, to prevent exaggerating existing back issues, was sound but the policy was always too rigid. Now they find themselves in a must-win situation with Bumrah's allocation already used. The temptation to bust their own guidelines will surely win out. If it does not, England's batters will be the ones breathing a sigh of relief. Well worth the wait, Daws! 🙌 Jaiswal caught by Brook off Dawson 🤲 🇮🇳 1⃣2⃣0⃣-2⃣ — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 23, 2025 Shoaib Bashir's broken finger led to a recall for Liam Dawson, eight years after his previous Test outing. The Hampshire stalwart struck early in the first innings but did not bag another wicket, leaving him with just one success in 62 overs. He was tidy but toothless for long spells and England may conclude that they are better loading the attack with pace and relying on Joe Root for occasional bouts of spin. It is a combination that some favour for Australia and now could be the chance to take a look. The combination of unresponsive balls and flat pitches has made for a run-fest this summer, with all four matches going the distance as bowlers toiled away for long, taxing spells. In all there have been 18 centuries and a further 22 fifties. Might the Kia Oval finally offer a plot twist, with ball getting the better of bat? Surrey have been known to prepare greener surfaces and there is a steady pattern of teams bowling first to exploit early movement. Neither side have suffered a batting meltdown yet but the conditions for a collapse could come together in south London.
South Wales Guardian
29-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Tensions, Stokes' fitness, Bumrah dilemma – talking points ahead of fifth Test
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the key issues ahead of the fifth match. Harry Brook says England must ditch their "nice guy" persona 🏴#ENGvIND — England's Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) July 22, 2025 Relations between the sides have become increasingly strained, with a time-wasting spat at Lord's, some overly aggressive send-offs, plenty of sledging and the handshake row at Old Trafford. With just three days between games there has barely been a chance for cooler heads to prevail, and another highly charged contest must be expected. The team that channels their emotions best in the finale could claim an important edge. England skipper Ben Stokes has had a wonderful series, including player-of-the-match performances in each of the last two games. But it is no secret that his body is creaking under the weight of his workload. He has already sent down 140 overs and faced almost 600 balls, with bouts of cramp and concerns over his knee, calf and bicep. It is almost four months until the start of the Ashes but the one thing England cannot countenance is their captain breaking down. Will anyone be able to stop him pushing himself too far? India tied their hands unnecessarily at the start of the tour by repeatedly committing to the idea that the world's number one bowler Jasprit Bumrah would only play three Tests. The rationale, to prevent exaggerating existing back issues, was sound but the policy was always too rigid. Now they find themselves in a must-win situation with Bumrah's allocation already used. The temptation to bust their own guidelines will surely win out. If it does not, England's batters will be the ones breathing a sigh of relief. Well worth the wait, Daws! 🙌 Jaiswal caught by Brook off Dawson 🤲 🇮🇳 1⃣2⃣0⃣-2⃣ — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 23, 2025 Shoaib Bashir's broken finger led to a recall for Liam Dawson, eight years after his previous Test outing. The Hampshire stalwart struck early in the first innings but did not bag another wicket, leaving him with just one success in 62 overs. He was tidy but toothless for long spells and England may conclude that they are better loading the attack with pace and relying on Joe Root for occasional bouts of spin. It is a combination that some favour for Australia and now could be the chance to take a look. The combination of unresponsive balls and flat pitches has made for a run-fest this summer, with all four matches going the distance as bowlers toiled away for long, taxing spells. In all there have been 18 centuries and a further 22 fifties. Might the Kia Oval finally offer a plot twist, with ball getting the better of bat? Surrey have been known to prepare greener surfaces and there is a steady pattern of teams bowling first to exploit early movement. Neither side have suffered a batting meltdown yet but the conditions for a collapse could come together in south London.
The Herald Scotland
29-07-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Tensions, Stokes' fitness, Bumrah dilemma – talking points ahead of fifth Test
Will tensions spill over? Harry Brook says England must ditch their "nice guy" persona 🏴#ENGvIND — England's Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) July 22, 2025 Relations between the sides have become increasingly strained, with a time-wasting spat at Lord's, some overly aggressive send-offs, plenty of sledging and the handshake row at Old Trafford. With just three days between games there has barely been a chance for cooler heads to prevail, and another highly charged contest must be expected. The team that channels their emotions best in the finale could claim an important edge. Can Stokes hold it together? Ben Stokes has been battling a variety of niggles this summer (Martin Rickett/PA) England skipper Ben Stokes has had a wonderful series, including player-of-the-match performances in each of the last two games. But it is no secret that his body is creaking under the weight of his workload. He has already sent down 140 overs and faced almost 600 balls, with bouts of cramp and concerns over his knee, calf and bicep. It is almost four months until the start of the Ashes but the one thing England cannot countenance is their captain breaking down. Will anyone be able to stop him pushing himself too far? Bumrah to go fourth? India will be mulling over Jasprit Bumrah's readiness for one more Test (Bradley Collyer/PA) India tied their hands unnecessarily at the start of the tour by repeatedly committing to the idea that the world's number one bowler Jasprit Bumrah would only play three Tests. The rationale, to prevent exaggerating existing back issues, was sound but the policy was always too rigid. Now they find themselves in a must-win situation with Bumrah's allocation already used. The temptation to bust their own guidelines will surely win out. If it does not, England's batters will be the ones breathing a sigh of relief. One and done for Dawson? Well worth the wait, Daws! 🙌 Jaiswal caught by Brook off Dawson 🤲 🇮🇳 1⃣2⃣0⃣-2⃣ — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 23, 2025 Shoaib Bashir's broken finger led to a recall for Liam Dawson, eight years after his previous Test outing. The Hampshire stalwart struck early in the first innings but did not bag another wicket, leaving him with just one success in 62 overs. He was tidy but toothless for long spells and England may conclude that they are better loading the attack with pace and relying on Joe Root for occasional bouts of spin. It is a combination that some favour for Australia and now could be the chance to take a look. Will the bowlers finally have their day? Bowlers will be hoping for more success at the Kia Oval (Martin Rickett/PA) The combination of unresponsive balls and flat pitches has made for a run-fest this summer, with all four matches going the distance as bowlers toiled away for long, taxing spells. In all there have been 18 centuries and a further 22 fifties. Might the Kia Oval finally offer a plot twist, with ball getting the better of bat? Surrey have been known to prepare greener surfaces and there is a steady pattern of teams bowling first to exploit early movement. Neither side have suffered a batting meltdown yet but the conditions for a collapse could come together in south London.
