As India continues to rotate and manage Jasprit Bumrah with extreme caution, another fast bowler is quietly carrying a massive load—Mohammed Siraj. In the 2025 England series and beyond, Siraj’s bowling workload has been nothing short of staggering.
He’s played every Test match this year, bowled more overs than anyone else in the team, and kept running in with fire—even when the pitch offered little help. While Bumrah gets needed rest to preserve his back, is Siraj being overused?
Siraj’s Numbers Tell the Real Story
Siraj’s bowling workload in 2025 has surpassed all Indian pacers. In six Test matches, he’s bowled 167 overs, claiming 18 wickets. Not eye-popping, but those dismissals have come from grit, long spells, and tough conditions.
In comparison, Bumrah bowled 129.4 overs in 4 Tests for 16 wickets. While his average is impressive, Siraj has worked through fatigue, pressure, and responsibility—without the luxury of rotation.
Why Siraj Deserves Strategic Rest Too
In the Edgbaston Test, where Bumrah sat out, Siraj seized the moment with a match-winning 6/70. It wasn’t just a highlight; it underlined the role he’s playing—shouldering the pace department without much pause.
Let’s be real: without rotation and care, even Siraj’s body will eventually show wear. If India wants to avoid repeating past mistakes (as seen with overused bowlers like Ishant Sharma), managing Siraj’s workload should be a top priority.
Siraj Tops Bowling Charts Again in 2025
Here’s a quick look at overs bowled by Indian bowlers in the 2025 England series:
| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Siraj | 139 | 14 | 39.71 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 119.4 | 14 | 26.00 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 136.1 | 7 | 67.71 |
| Akash Deep | 72.1 | 11 | 28.09 |
| Washington Sundar | 70.1 | 7 | 35.85 |
Useful Resources
Read more on India’s Test Cricket Team
Mohammed Siraj profile on ESPNcricinfo
Siraj’s WTC Contribution Is Massive
Even beyond this series, Siraj’s bowling workload has been central to India’s red-ball efforts. Since the 2023 WTC cycle began, Siraj has delivered 527.1 overs—more than Bumrah.
| WTC 2023–25 Stats | Matches | Overs | Wickets | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Siraj | 22 | 527.1 | 62 | 31.79 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 18 | 513.2 | 91 | 16.76 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 20 | 554.2 | 62 | 28.43 |
Must-Watch: Siraj Talks About His Journey
Here’s an exclusive interview where Mohammed Siraj opens up about his evolution, workload, and how he handles pressure as India’s pace spearhead.
