Siraj's surprise call-up leads to a stunning World Cup debut

Mohammed Siraj got a surprise call from skipper Suryakumar Yadav to join the T20 World Cup 2026 squad as a last-minute replacement. In the opening match against the USA, he shone with figures of 3-29, leading India to a 29-run victory. While he's thrilled about his World Cup debut, he might have to step aside for the returning Jasprit Bumrah in the next game against Namibia.

Quick rundown

1.Mohammed Siraj steps up as a last-minute replacement.

2.Team India wins against USA with Siraj's 3-29 figures.

3.Siraj was called into action due to injuries in the squad.

4.Siraj humorously credits Surya for his World Cup call-up.

5.India to face Namibia next in the T20 World Cup.

Siraj thought Surya bhai was joking, now he's a superstar!
Siraj thought Surya bhai was joking, now he's a superstar!
Folks, let me tell you about Mohammed Siraj! Just got the call from Surya bhai, thought it was a joke, but no! He steps in, flies to Mumbai, and takes 3 wickets like a total boss! India wins by 29 runs against the USA. It’s a dream come true, folks! Namibia better watch out; Siraj is here to dominate!
07:10 pm on Saturday, 7 February, 2026
Siraj ka Real Madrid plan, lekin T20 World Cup aa gaya!
Siraj ka Real Madrid plan, lekin T20 World Cup aa gaya!
Arre bhai, Mohammed Siraj ka plan tha February 15 ko Real Madrid ka match dekhne ka, par kya pata tha ki T20 World Cup ka call-up aa jayega! Harshit Rana ki injury ke baad, Siraj ko team mein daal diya. Match ke din tak unhe nahi pata tha ki unhe khelna hai! 3 wickets le kar unhone sabko chaka chak kar diya, aur India jeet gayi! Kya baat hai!
09:40 pm on Saturday, 7 February, 2026
Siraj Takes the Field as Rana's Knee Calls It Quits
Siraj Takes the Field as Rana's Knee Calls It Quits
The BCCI just hit the refresh button on Team India! Enter Mohammed Siraj, stepping in for Harshit Rana, who tangoed with a knee injury during a warm-up against South Africa. Captain Suryakumar Yadav isn’t sugarcoating it—Rana’s out, and Siraj’s back in action, joining the pace brigade with Bumrah and Arshdeep. T20 World Cup, here we come, starting with the USA on Feb 7!
04:45 pm on Friday, 6 February, 2026
Jasprit Bumrah's Fever: Who's Ready to Save the Day vs USA?
Jasprit Bumrah's Fever: Who's Ready to Save the Day vs USA?
Hey, folks! So, Jasprit Bumrah might be out for the T20 showdown against the USA on February 7. Viral fever? Yikes! But no worries, we’ve got Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Sanju Samson ready to jump in! It’s like a cricket buddy movie, and I can’t wait to see who steps up to hit a home run—uh, I mean, score some runs!
05:20 am on Tuesday, 10 February, 2026
Mohammed Siraj: The Comeback Sensation at T20 World Cup
Mohammed Siraj: The Comeback Sensation at T20 World Cup
Ladies and gentlemen, behold the spectacle! Mohammed Siraj, the comeback sensation, electrified the Wankhede Stadium, leading Team India to a thrilling 29-run triumph over the USA in the T20 World Cup 2026! With a dazzling 3/29, he showcased his unstoppable prowess, proving that legends are born in the heat of battle. Can you feel the intensity? This is Siraj's moment to shine!
06:45 pm on Saturday, 7 February, 2026

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