Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower heaped praise on Mohammed Siraj after his match-winning performance against his former team in the IPL 2025 clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Representing Gujarat Titans, Siraj delivered a stunning spell, taking 3/19 in four overs and dismissing key RCB batters Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, and Liam Livingstone. His efforts earned him the Player of the Match award and played a pivotal role in Gujarat’s eight-wicket victory.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Flower lauded Siraj for his precise line and lengths, calling his spell “outstanding.” Despite releasing Siraj ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, Flower emphasized that RCB still holds him in high regard. “We all rate Siraj very highly, and we love him. I wish him all the success in the world,” Flower said.

At the post-match presentation, Siraj expressed his emotions about returning to Bengaluru after spending seven years with RCB. “I was a bit emotional. I changed my jersey from red to blue but once I got the ball, I was fine,” he said. Siraj credited his break for helping him work on fitness and correcting mistakes, showcasing his growth as a bowler since leaving RCB.