Overview

• On Raksha Bandhan, Zanai Bhosle tied a rakhi on Siraj’s wrist in a viral Instagram video, publicly framing their relationship as siblings and ending romance speculation.
• Siraj topped India’s bowling chart in England with 23 wickets, stepping up when Jasprit Bumrah played only three Tests and helping secure a 2-2 series draw.
• He bowled nearly 186 overs across five Tests, a workload praised by former Pakistan great Wasim Akram for its stamina and fierce leadership.
• His match-winning spells at The Oval promoted him 12 places to 15th in the ICC Men’s Test Bowler Rankings, his highest career position.
• Fellow cricketer Rishabh Pant and thousands of fans reacted with love emojis and supportive comments, underscoring social media’s power in shaping celebrity narratives.