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    R Ashwin Hails Mohammed Siraj's ODI Return as Crucial for India's 2027 World Cup Pace Strategy

    20 hours ago
    Mohammad Siraj - IPL Player
    Mohammad Siraj
    Bowler
    Royal Challengers Bangalore

    Veteran spinner R Ashwin has strongly endorsed the selection committee's decision to include Mohammed Siraj in India's ODI squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand, viewing it as a crucial strategic move toward the 2027 World Cup. Ashwin emphasized that Siraj’s experience is vital for complementing Jasprit Bumrah as the team builds its core pace attack.

    Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin called Siraj's return "well deserved," noting that while young talents like Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana

    Mohammad Siraj
    are promising, the team requires the proven quality of Siraj alongside Bumrah for major tournaments. This selection signals the management's intent to rely on established performers as they look to integrate experience into the squad over the next few years.

    Siraj, who represents Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL, has consistently delivered high-quality performances in white-ball cricket. His inclusion ensures that India maintains a potent and experienced fast bowling combination, providing stability and depth as they prepare for future global events.

    Mohammad Siraj

    “Siraj's coming back was well deserved. India would know they need experience for the 2027 World Cup. Sure, Arshdeep is there, Harshit is there, Prasidh is there. But we cannot take these three together. We need Bumrah and with him, we have Siraj's experience. I am very happy for him, and I think it is a decision in the right direction.”

    R Ashwin, Former Indian cricketer and Analyst
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    IPL 2025 Most Overs Bowled | Bowling Rankings

    Bowling specialists with most overs bowled in IPL 2025 (bowlers/all-rounders only)

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    #1
    Prasidh Krishna
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    Gujarat Titans59 overs
    #2
    Arshdeep Singh
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    Punjab Kings58.2 overs
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    Trent Boult
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    Mumbai Indians57.4 overs
    #4
    Mohammad Siraj
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    Gujarat Titans57 overs
    #5
    Rashid Khan
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    Gujarat Titans55 overs

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