Mohammed Siraj has surged to the top of the bowling charts in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025, establishing himself as the leading wicket-taker of the series. On Day 4 of the fifth and final Test at The Oval, Siraj claimed his 20th wicket, surpassing England pacer Josh Tongue, who has taken 19 wickets in the series.
Spearheading India’s pace attack with exceptional resolve and work ethic, Siraj has been the only Indian fast bowler to feature in all five Test matches. By the close of Day 4, he had bowled 181.2 overs (1,088 balls), showcasing his remarkable stamina and unwavering commitment to the team’s cause.
England ended Day 4 at 339 for 6, needing just 35 runs to secure victory with four wickets in hand. A win for India would level the series at 2–2, while England require those remaining runs to clinch a 3–1 series triumph. The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion on the final day.
Siraj’s spirited performances have earned praise from across the divide. England’s senior batter Joe Root, speaking at the post-day press conference, lauded him, saying, “Siraj is a warrior—a real warrior. He’s someone you’d want on your team. He gives everything for India, and it’s a credit to him for the way he approaches cricket.”
The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy—named in honor of Test cricket icons James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar—has delivered high-quality, fiercely contested cricket throughout the summer. Siraj’s contribution has been one of the defining features of the series for India.
As the decisive fifth day looms, all eyes will be on Siraj and the Indian bowling unit as they aim to seize the final moments and script a memorable finish in what has been a gripping Test series.
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