Mohammed Siraj's Powerplay Dominance Shines in IPL 2025 with Career-Best 4/17:

Mohammed Siraj made a resounding impact during Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday, picking up 4/17, the best T20 figures of his career. The performance not only silenced a charged-up Chinnaswamy crowd—his former home base—but also reaffirmed his prowess as one of IPL 2025's top new-ball bowlers.

Early Breakthroughs Against SRH’s Formidable Openers

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strong opening pair—Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma—had been key to their wins, averaging over 70 with a run rate of 14.53. But Siraj dismantled that momentum early:

Dismissed both openers in his opening spell

Bowled 13 dot balls in his three-over burst

Maintained pressure through length precision and discipline

Head perished trying to accelerate, while Abhishek succumbed to sustained pressure, eventually miscuing a lofted shot to mid-on.

Siraj’s Powerplay Stats in IPL 2025 (After 19 Matches)

Overs: 11

Wickets: 6

Economy Rate (ER): 6.27

Dot Ball %: 63.6% (2nd best after Josh Hazlewood)

Wickets by Length:

Good Length: 6/45 (43 balls)

Full: 0/4 (4 balls)

Short: 0/20 (19 balls)

All six of Siraj’s wickets in IPL 2025 have come off good length deliveries, showcasing his ability to consistently hit the ideal spot.

Powerplay Performances Define RCB's Results

Powerplay bowling has often defined RCB’s success. Siraj's performances at the top have been especially decisive:

Siraj’s IPL Career in Powerplays (Overs 1-6)

Result	Overs	Wickets	Average	Strike Rate	Economy
Wins	92	30	22.56	18.4	7.35
Defeats	76	12	57.33	38	9.05

His role as a powerplay enforcer is evident. In matches RCB wins, Siraj strikes frequently and economically. In losses, the impact fades significantly.

Backstory: From Asia Cup Hero to IPL Force

This form isn’t new. Less than two years ago, Siraj tore through Sri Lanka in the 2023 Asia Cup final, claiming 5 wickets within the first 10 overs, including four in a single over. He was also instrumental in India’s run to the World Cup 2023 final.

Despite being snubbed for the upcoming Champions Trophy, Siraj’s IPL 2025 showing suggests that he’s fueled by a renewed hunger for redemption—and it’s translating into world-class spells.