Overview
In a thrilling display of fast bowling, Mohammed Siraj turned the heat up against his old team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), during his first match as a member of the Gujarat Titans. The intense IPL 2025 meeting took place at the prestigious M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Key Moments of Siraj’s Performance
Siraj, whose association with RCB spanned seven memorable years, made headlines after being picked by Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 auction. Marking his return, Siraj delivered a spectacular performance by taking the crucial wickets of Devdutt Padikkal and Phil Salt during the Powerplay, leaving fans and spectators in awe of his skill and precision.
Emotional Tribute
Post-auction, Siraj penned a heartfelt message to RCB fans, expressing gratitude for the extraordinary journey with them, highlighting every “ball bowled, wicket taken, and moment shared.”
The Memorable Dismissal
The Gujarat Titans celebrated Siraj’s achievement in the game, particularly his dismissal of Phil Salt, by playfully posting on social media platform X with the phrase, “Stumps to Siraj tonight – Mujhe Kyu Toda?”, which sparked considerable attention online.
Game Highlights
The match was not just about personal landmarks but also featured strategic plays, with GT opting to bowl first after winning the toss. Filling in for Kagiso Rabada, uncapped Arshad Khan took to the field as RCB played at their home ground with an unchanged squad.
Captain’s Insights
At the toss, GT’s skipper highlighted their focus on minimizing unforced errors and finetuning performance across all departments. RCB’s captain, cheered on by the home crowd, echoed the sentiment of confidence and the fresh condition of the pitch, which appeared hard and conducive to bounce.
Match-Day Squads
The teams lined up as follows:
- Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (captain), B Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (captain), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal
This high-stakes match was powered by intense performances, strategic plays, and the undying spirit of cricket, epitomized by Mohammed Siraj’s electrifying spell that has left fans eager for more enthralling cricket as IPL 2025 progresses.
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Last Updated: April 2, 2025
