'Poora khol diye Pasha': Asaduddin Owaisi's explosive comment on Mohammed Siraj

NEW DELHI: India clinched a thrilling six-run victory over England in the final Test at The Oval, drawing the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series 2-2. The hero of the match was Hyderabad pacer Mohammed Siraj, whose superb five-wicket haul in the second innings turned the game in India’s favour.Siraj’s performance was celebrated by AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, who took to social media to cheer his fellow Hyderabadi. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“Always a winner @mdsirajofficial! As we say in Hyderabadi, poora khol diye Pasha!” Owaisi posted on X, highlighting the pacer's dominant display.Siraj, who finished the five-Test series with 23 wickets, was named Player of the Match for his impact in the final Test. Known for his rise from humble beginnings, the 31-year-old has cemented his place as a reliable performer across all formats.This series also marked a new chapter in Indian cricket, with Shubman Gill stepping in as captain following the Test retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gill impressed not just as a leader but also with the bat, earning the Player of the Series award for his record-breaking performances in tough overseas conditions. The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy—recently renamed to honour legends Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson—replaced the earlier Pataudi and Anthony de Mello trophies.Siraj’s second-innings burst, including three key wickets on the final day, was instrumental in India's come-from-behind win. Owaisi, a long-time supporter of Siraj, has often praised the bowler’s success and continues to highlight his achievements on public platforms.