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Mohammed Siraj’s ‘20’ Tribute to Diogo Jota Unites Sports Community at Lord’s

The gesture during the tied India-England Test underscores cross-sport mourning as Spanish authorities continue probing tyre failure in Jota’s fatal crash

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'He Plays For Ronaldo's Team': Siraj Opens Up On Emotional Tribute To Diogo Jota
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Overview

  • Siraj dismissed England’s Jamie Smith for 51 on Day Two of the third Test at Lord’s and formed a ‘20’ with his fingers before pointing to the sky in homage to Jota’s Liverpool jersey number
  • The India vs. England series remains locked at 1-1 after a session marked by Siraj’s heartfelt celebration
  • Spanish police are analysing tyre marks and speed evidence on the A-52 highway to determine if a burst tyre led to the Lamborghini crash that killed Jota and his brother Andre Silva on July 3
  • Diogo Jota, 28, was a key forward for Liverpool, contributing to Premier League, FA Cup and League Cup victories and part of Portugal’s UEFA Nations League–winning squad
  • Siraj’s tribute follows widespread mourning across football and cricket, with clubs lowering flags at half-mast and athletes paying public respects