Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has emerged as one of India’s most reliable and fiery ODI pacers in recent years. Known for his sharp seam movement and ability to extract bounce, Siraj has made a mark against several top teams — including Australia, where his spells often set the tone early in the innings.
Since his debut against them in 2019, Siraj has shown steady progress, improving his line, control, and accuracy with every encounter. Here’s a complete breakdown of his ODI performances against Australia from 2019 to 2025.
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Mohammed Siraj vs Australia – Overall ODI Record
| Matches | Overs | Wickets | Best Figures | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 54.1 | 8 | 3/29 | 39.75 | 6.94 | 36.13 |
Total Wickets: 8
Best Bowling Figures: 3/29 (Mumbai, March 2023)
Economy: 6.94
Strike Rate: 36.13
Siraj’s record highlights his ability to make early breakthroughs and maintain a consistent wicket-taking threat even in high-scoring games against a world-class batting lineup.
Mohammed Siraj Match-by-Match Bowling Record vs Australia
| Date | Venue | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy | Strike Rate | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Jan 2019 | Adelaide | 10 | 76 | 0 | – | 7.60 | – | – |
| 17 Mar 2023 | Mumbai | 5.4 | 29 | 3 | 3/29 | 5.11 | 11.3 | 9.66 |
| 19 Mar 2023 | Vizag | 3 | 37 | 0 | – | 12.33 | – | – |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Chennai | 7 | 37 | 2 | 2/37 | 5.28 | 21.0 | 18.50 |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Rajkot | 9 | 68 | 1 | 1/68 | 7.56 | 54.0 | 68.00 |
| 08 Oct 2023 | Chennai | 6.3 | 26 | 1 | 1/26 | 4.00 | 39.0 | 26.00 |
| 19 Nov 2023 | Ahmedabad | 7 | 45 | 1 | 1/45 | 6.42 | 42.0 | 45.00 |
Performance Summary
- Matches: 7
- Wickets: 8
- Best: 3/29 (Mumbai, 2023)
- Average: 39.75
- Economy: 6.94
- Strike Rate: 36.13
- 4W/5W: 0 / 0
Siraj’s performance graph shows a significant uptick after 2022, particularly with his 3/29 spell in Mumbai, which showcased his wicket-taking ability in swinging conditions.
Performance Analysis
1. Early Struggles (2019)
Siraj’s debut ODI vs Australia at Adelaide (2019) was challenging, conceding 76 runs in 10 overs without success. However, it was a learning curve for him in adapting to Australian batting conditions.
2. Breakthrough Series (2023)
In the 2023 ODI series, Siraj delivered one of his best ODI spells — 3/29 in Mumbai, dismissing Travis Head, Sean Abbott, and Adam Zampa. His control and swing in that game played a major role in India’s win.
He followed it with another economical spell in Chennai (2/37), showcasing rhythm, seam movement, and variation.
3. Recent Matches (2023–2025)
Siraj continued to bowl with discipline during India’s 2023–25 fixtures, maintaining an economy near 6.0. His ability to bowl accurate short balls and nip-backers makes him effective against both openers and middle-order batters.
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Key Highlights
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Figures | 3/29 (Mumbai, 2023) |
| Most Economical Spell | 1/26 (Chennai, Oct 2023) |
| Most Expensive Spell | 0/76 (Adelaide, 2019) |
| Average Post-2022 | 34.0 |
| Dot Ball % (Est.) | 48–50% (showing improved control) |
Expert View
Analysts often describe Mohammed Siraj as India’s “impact pacer” — capable of picking key wickets early on with the new ball. His in-swinging deliveries to left-handers like Travis Head and back-of-a-length seamers to Smith and Labuschagne have fetched him crucial breakthroughs.
His aggression, consistency, and emotional drive make him one of India’s most dependable ODI bowlers, especially in pressure matches.
Conclusion
Mohammed Siraj’s ODI record vs Australia (2019–2025) reflects steady progress and adaptability. From a tough debut in 2019 to leading India’s pace attack in 2023–24, Siraj’s evolution has been remarkable.
His spells in Mumbai (3/29) and Chennai (2/37) underline his match-winning potential — proving he can thrive against the best batting sides in the world.
With improved consistency and confidence, Siraj is set to play a key role in India’s ODI campaigns against Australia in the years ahead.
