Overview

• In a new interview reported this week, Siraj recalled MS Dhoni telling him not to heed outside opinions because praise turns to abuse when form dips.
• He recounted severe trolling during a poor IPL run with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, including taunts to go drive an auto with his father.
• Siraj said he stopped seeking public validation and now focuses on feedback from teammates and family.
• He traced his journey from a modest Hyderabad upbringing to being spotted at club level and backed by coach Bharat Arun after early domestic setbacks.
• Press reports note he is a frontline quick in India’s red-ball squad for the home Test series against West Indies.