IPL 2025: Performing in front of friends and family is a different feeling, says Siraj

IANS April 7, 2025 265 views

Mohammed Siraj delivered a stunning performance in his hometown, taking 4 wickets and helping Gujarat Titans secure a dominant victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The 31-year-old pacer reached a significant personal milestone by crossing 100 IPL wickets during the match. Skipper Shubman Gill complemented Siraj's bowling with an unbeaten 61, guiding the team to a comfortable seven-wicket win. This victory marks the team's third consecutive triumph in IPL 2025, solidifying their position in the tournament.

"Performing in front of friends and family is a different feeling" - Mohammed Siraj
IPL 2025: Performing in front of friends and family is a different feeling, says Siraj
New Delhi, April 7: Pacer Mohammed Siraj, who continued his stellar IPL 2025 season by picking 4-17 and helping Gujarat Titans hammer Sunrisers Hyderabad for their third straight win, said performing well in front of his friends and family was a totally different feeling.

Key Points

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Siraj takes 4 crucial wickets including Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma

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Crosses 100 IPL wickets milestone in hometown game

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Shubman Gill leads GT to comfortable seven-wicket win

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Team secures third consecutive victory

At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, the Hyderabad-born and bred Siraj picked a stunning four-fer to restrict SRH to 152/8. His scalps included the swashbuckling opening duo of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma.

“To be honest, performing in front of friends and family is a different feeling, because doing that is a feeling which can’t be described of course. Because our family doesn't travel much, they come to the same venue.

“But performing in front of them is a different feeling. I can't describe that feeling right now, but I felt really good,” said Siraj to GT skipper Shubman Gill in a chat posted on iplt20.com on Monday.

Siraj, 31, also touched the 100 IPL wickets milestone, making his homecoming game even more special. “Every day, there is always something new to learn for me. My only aim is to stay content. I don't want to switch too much, as I want to focus on what is present and enjoy every morning,” he added.

Skipper Shubman Gill then stepped up to hit an unbeaten 61 as GT, champions in their debut IPL season in 2022, completed the chase with 20 balls and seven wickets to spare, and go to second place in the points table.

“I felt really good. I wanted to finish this match. The target was not that big. The team environment was very good. We have won matches three times in a row. We have transformed ourselves as a unit,” he said.

GT will play their next IPL 2025 game against Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on April 9.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Siraj is on fire this season! 🔥 That 4-wicket haul was pure class. So happy to see a Hyderabadi boy dominating at his home ground. The way he dismissed Head was just brilliant!
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Priya M.
While I appreciate Siraj's performance, I think GT's batting still looks a bit shaky. Gill played well but the middle order needs to step up against stronger teams like RR next week.
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Arjun S.
That milestone of 100 IPL wickets at his home ground - what a moment! You can see how much it meant to him. Cricket is more than just stats, it's these emotional moments that make it special ❤️
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Sneha R.
"I don't want to switch too much" - love this mindset from Siraj! So many players overcomplicate things when sometimes simplicity is key. GT looking strong this season!
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Vikram J.
That economy rate of under 5 while taking 4 wickets is insane! Siraj has really matured as a bowler. Remember when he used to be expensive? What a transformation!
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Neha P.
As a Hyderabadi, so proud to see our boy doing well! The stadium was electric that night ⚡ Hope he continues this form against RR. Gill's captaincy is working wonders for him too.

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