Mohammed Siraj joins Gujarat Titans, prioritizing performance

Mohammed Siraj has joined the Gujarat Titans after seven years with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He will be playing under captain Shubman Gill and joining a strong bowling lineup that includes Kagiso Rabada and Prasidh Krishna. Siraj is focused on his new role and is not thinking about returning to the Indian white-ball team. The fast bowler feels relaxed in his new environment and appreciates the support from the team management, especially coach Ashish Nehra, who he knows from their time together at RCB. Siraj believes the larger Narendra Modi Stadium will help bowlers have a greater impact compared to the smaller Chinnaswamy Stadium. Siraj is looking forward to facing Virat Kohli for the first time, and he wants to perform well against top players. He is excited about the potential of his new bowling partners, Rabada and Krishna, and they often discuss strategies to succeed in matches. Regarding changes in cricket rules, Siraj feels that the saliva rule positively impacts bowlers. He values his relationship with his new captain, Shubman Gill, and appreciates how Gill supports his bowlers. Although the IPL is a significant event, Siraj does not want to use it as a means to return to the national team. He learned from past experiences that focusing too much on the national team can affect his performance in the IPL. His main goal is to stay present and give his best for the Gujarat Titans. Siraj sees himself as a rhythm bowler and aims to take early wickets to help his team win. Despite his success, he remains humble and grateful for his journey in cricket. He believes it is essential to give back to society and stay grounded.