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The anticipation among Indian fans is palpable, as they eagerly await Siraj's exploits in the upcoming mega-event.
Updated : Sep 20, 2023, 05:47 PM IST | Edited by : Chankesh Rao
Mohammed Siraj has achieved the remarkable feat of attaining the number one position in the latest ICC ODI Rankings for bowlers. This right-arm fast bowler has soared from ninth place to claim the top spot on the leaderboard, thanks to his exceptional performance in the Asia Cup 2023 Final against Sri Lanka, where he recorded a dream spell of 6/21.
Although Siraj had previously reached the number one position earlier this year, he unfortunately slipped out of the Top 5 soon after. However, he has now made a triumphant return to the helm of the bowlers rankings, just in time for the highly anticipated ICC ODI World Cup 2023. With this achievement, Siraj has undoubtedly become a force to be reckoned with in the cricketing world.
As the World Cup approaches, all eyes will be on Siraj to see if he can maintain his outstanding form and continue to deliver exceptional performances on the grand stage. The anticipation among Indian fans is palpable, as they eagerly await Siraj's exploits in the upcoming mega-event.
The ascent of Mohammed Siraj to the top of the ICC ODI Rankings for Bowlers has brought immense joy and pride to Indian fans, who are thrilled to witness his meteoric rise in the world of cricket.
Check out the reactions here:
Second time in a year to achieve
— Patel (@Patelshyd) September 20, 2023
the highest ranking
He deserve's it... How he demolished Sri Lankan batting in #AsiaCupFinals .It was written on the walls.
— Cricket Updates (@rameez_kazmi) September 20, 2023
Two minutes of silence for the 150+ bowlers from the neighbouring country pic.twitter.com/6HZOUdjuD7
— Ash (@Ashsay_) September 20, 2023
Visual representation of Siraj jumping from No. 9 to No. 1 in rankings. pic.twitter.com/devrKQNZSO
— Manya (@CSKian716) September 20, 2023
The man, the myth, the legend pic.twitter.com/QOdXka2yKJ
— Taha (@tahaactually) September 20, 2023
#SirajMagic will be our X factor in the upcoming World Cup! His passion & hunger for wickets is lifting our bowling department! #Siraj, #Bumrah & #Hardik will be a great pace bowling line-up! With Kuldeep & Jaddu in form, we look a solid bowling lineup! pic.twitter.com/nxMvv73jVw
— Siddharth Roy (@RoySiddharth19) September 20, 2023
The ODI series between India and Australia is set to commence on Friday, September 22, at the PCA IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. Mohammed Siraj has been included in the squad for all three matches.
As a right-arm pacer, Siraj aims to add to his wicket tally and secure a prominent position in the ICC ODI Rankings for bowlers, thus strengthening his prospects for the upcoming World Cup.