IND vs ENG 5th Test 2025: Fans Go Crazy Over Siraj
IND vs ENG 5th Test 2025: Mohammed Siraj’s incredible performance in the fifth Test with England has not only made him the talk of the cricketing world, but also initiated a wave of amazing and amusing responses online. The Hyderabad pacer, who is a Deputy Superintendent of Police with the Telangana Police through the sports quota, became the subject of a humorous, yet serious social media response after he helped India square the series at 2-2.
Telangana Police Celebrate Their Star Officer
After India’s miraculous six-run win at The Oval, the Telangana Police took to X (the platform formerly known as Twitter) to congratulate Siraj on his incredible performance. In their post of congratulations, the Telangana Police wrote:
“Best wishes to Shri Mohammed Siraj, DSP! For his incredible performance in India’s incredible Test win over England! #TelanganasPride | #ChampionInUniform&Sports”
This post quickly became viral, receiving thousands of interactions (likes, retweets, replies) in just a few hours. But while the responses all complimented Siraj for the innings victory for India, they also came with a humorous and charming element.
“Make Him SP” : Supporters Flood Social Media with Requests for Promotion
From a joyous message turned into what appeared to be a wave of whimsical requests from supporters imploring the Telangana Police to promote Siraj based on his cricket abilities. In response to the post, comments like “Now make Siraj bhai a SP from DSP” and “Sir its time to promote him” flooded.
Some users even jokey complained about salary and benefits, with one saying, “This guy should be given a raise!” and another saying, “He should be given the authority over fielding and tactics at the police station also!”
As fans relished in the joy of Siraj as a passionate cricketer-as-well-as a police officer, this fun exchange quickly made it way to sports news headlines today.
A Champion On and Off the Field
Siraj’s journey from the narrow pathways of Hyderabad to the grand stage of international cricket has continued to inspire fans, and especially younger people from Telangana. Holding the position of DSP is an extraordinary feat, but with the greater success he continues to have with the ball has taken him above and beyond the sport.
Siraj’s remarkable spell at the fifth Test ended England’s chase of 374 and made it a memorable win for Team India. His five-wicket haul was critical in changing the momentum for India and earned him the accolade of leading wicket-taker in the series with 23 wickets.
Alongside Prasidh Krishna and others, Siraj formed a potent bowling cluster that continually challenged England’s batting lineup for the duration of the five-match series.
Performance Over Promotion, but Fans Want Both
While the Telangana Police have not issued any official statement regarding a promotion to Siraj, it’s evident the fans feel he deserves both the cricketing and professional recognition. Many people feel that his contribution is not just numbers — it is pride, representation, and inspiration.
The hype surrounding Siraj’s dual career has added a different flavour to cricket discussions today and breathed fresh air into today’s sports news. Whether or not an official promotion ever transpires, this moment exemplifies how athletes can achieve distinctive cultural status and become icons of national pride.
Siraj’s performance in the match has not only nailed him firmly in position in Indian cricket but also boosted consideration of prompt notice to talent that went unnoticed by usual thresholds. In a universe where sports and community service seldom meet, Siraj is a suave combination — a bowler on the field and a crusader in the uniform.
Had police high-ups been influenced by social media, Siraj would be in the SP rank by now.
