Mohammed Siraj, India’s fiery pacer and honorary DSP, has once again won hearts by recreating his now-iconic line, “I only believe in Jassi Bhai, because he is a gamechanger.” The moment, originally a heartfelt confession after India’s 2024 T20 World Cup victory, has become synonymous with Siraj’s admiration for Jasprit Bumrah.
In the aftermath of India’s dominant 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Perth, Siraj paid tribute to Bumrah, his captain and teammate, by humorously recreating the viral line. The gesture came as a nod to Bumrah’s leadership and game-changing abilities that secured India’s first-ever Test victory at the Optus Stadium.
𝗔 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗵!
🎥 Let's go behind the scenes to witness raw emotions from the dressing room after India's thumping 295-run victory to go 1-0 up in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy! #TeamIndia | #AUSvINDhttps://t.co/3MCs5AbZMi
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 25, 2024
Siraj’s Viral Persona
Known for his emotional innocence and loyalty, Siraj has become a fan-favorite, not just for his on-field performances but also for his candid and genuine personality. His iconic “I believe only in Jassi Bhai” moment has become a meme sensation, reflecting the camaraderie and mutual respect within the Indian cricket team.
A Historic Win Under Bumrah
Pat Cummins’s Australia had previously delivered heartbreaks to India, be it the WTC Final at The Oval or the ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad. But in Perth, Jasprit Bumrah, leading the side for the first time as a full-time Test captain, turned the tables. His team handed Australia their first-ever defeat at the Optus Stadium, bundling them out for 238 while defending a mammoth 534-run target.
Siraj’s recreation of the iconic line underscores not just his admiration for Bumrah but also the unity and spirit of the Indian team, which continues to thrive under Bumrah’s leadership. With a 1-0 lead in the series, India’s journey in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is off to a dream start. Fans now eagerly await more memorable moments, both on and off the field, from this dynamic team.
