Siraj's Dream Turnaround: From Spain Trip to T20 World Cup Hero in 48 Hours

• Mohammed Siraj was called to the Indian T20 World Cup squad as a replacement for Harshit Rana, initially thinking Suryakumar Yadav was joking.
• He was planning a trip to Spain to watch Real Madrid, but his plans changed dramatically within 48 hours.
• Siraj joined the team after Jasprit Bumrah fell ill, making his first T20 appearance since July 2024.
• He delivered a stellar performance against the USA, taking 3 wickets for 29 runs, which proved to be a turning point in the match.
• Siraj expressed that playing in the World Cup is a dream, emphasizing the importance of hard work and honest effort.