Mohammed Siraj has undergone a stunning transformation in IPL 2026, emerging as a genuine force for the Gujarat Titans after a difficult stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The right-arm pacer has formed a lethal new-ball partnership with Kagiso Rabada, and their Test-match style discipline has made GT one of the most feared bowling attacks in the tournament.

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth didn't hold back when discussing Siraj's resurgence. "Siraj was terrible with RCB. But here, he has become a deadly bowler," Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel Cheeky Cheeka. The praise comes after Siraj was acquired by Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 mega auction for Rs 12.25 crore, a move that has clearly revitalized his career.

This season, Siraj has picked up 13 wickets in 12 matches with an impressive economy rate of 8.23. What stands out most is his tactical clarity—rather than relying on raw aggression, the Hyderabad-born bowler has focused on consistency, seam positioning, and control. He and Rabada have dominated powerplay overs by bowling hard lengths typically seen in Test cricket, making life difficult for batters even in high-scoring conditions.

Siraj's journey hasn't been easy. He spent seven seasons with Royal Challengers Bengaluru from 2018 to 2024, initially bought for just Rs 2.20 crore. Those years were marked by heavy criticism as he struggled to find his rhythm. Now, in the Gujarat Titans setup, he has rediscovered the confidence and discipline that made him a star for India in Test cricket. For fans following the IPL, Siraj's revival is a reminder that sometimes a change of scenery is all a player needs to unlock their true potential.