Mohammad Siraj has achieved a remarkable milestone that puts him in the same league as the legendary Kapil Dev. No, this isn’t about just taking wickets—it’s about the sheer stamina, consistency, and dedication shown across back-to-back Test series.

Why the comparison with Kapil Dev?

The last time an Indian fast bowler bowled 150+ overs in two different Test series within a year was way back in 1991-92, when Kapil Dev achieved the feat. Now, 34 years later, Mohammad Siraj has matched that rare endurance record, underlining his incredible fitness and importance in India's red-ball setup.

Siraj’s record-breaking effort

• Border Gavaskar Trophy vs Australia (2024): 157.1 overs

• Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy vs England (2025): 155.2 overs (and counting)

This shows that Siraj is not just delivering fiery spells, but doing so sustainably across demanding Test series, a trait seen in elite bowlers.

Siraj’s performance vs England

In the ongoing series against England:

• Overs bowled: 155.2

• Wickets taken: 18

• 5-wicket haul: Once

• 4-wicket haul: Once

He is currently the leading wicket-taker, with England’s Ben Stokes out of the final Test and India’s Jasprit Bumrah (14 wickets) and Akashdeep (12 wickets) trailing behind.

What it means for Team India

Siraj’s workload shows his underrated resilience and key role in India’s pace attack. With India’s fast bowling rotation policy in place, Siraj still stands out as a workhorse—reliable, relentless, and effective, much like how Kapil Dev once was.