Key Points

Mohammed Siraj recently shared heartfelt memories of PM Modi's support for the Indian cricket team. He recalled how Modi visited the dressing room after the devastating 2023 World Cup final loss to lift players' spirits. The PM also personally congratulated the team when they won the T20 World Cup the following year. Siraj described these gestures as truly inspirational moments that showed Modi's unwavering support.

Key Points: Siraj Recalls PM Modi Lifting Team Spirits After World Cup Loss

  • PM Modi visited dressing room after 2023 World Cup final loss to Australia
  • Modi personally congratulated team after 2024 T20 World Cup victory
  • Siraj describes PM as inspiration who supported team in tough times
  • BJP organizing nationwide events for Modi's 75th birthday celebration
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Stood by us in defeat and in victory: Siraj recalls his memories of meeting PM Modi

Mohammed Siraj shares how PM Modi supported Indian cricket team after 2023 World Cup final defeat and celebrated their 2024 T20 World Cup victory

"He stood by us in defeat & in victory- true inspiration - Mohammed Siraj"

New Delhi, September 16

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday, Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj spoke on how the PM "lifted" the Indian team's spirits after a disappointing loss to Australia in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 after a dominant 10-match win streak and also congratulated them when they won the T20 World Cup next year.

PM Modi will turn 75 on Wednesday.

Taking to his official X handle, Siraj recalled how PM Modi "stood by us in defeat and victory".

"In 2023, after our World Cup loss, Modi ji came to the dressing room & lifted our spirits with his words. A year later, when we won the T20 WC, he called to congratulate us. He stood by us in defeat & in victory- true inspiration. #MyModiStory."

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Following India's heart-shattering loss to Australia at Ahmedabad, PM Modi, who was there to present the trophy to the winning team, personally visited the Indian team's dressing room in a heartwarming gesture, encouraging players to move on from the loss and remember how brilliantly they played in the tournament.

When India went undefeated in their T20 World Cup win a few months later in 2024, PM Modi called the entire Indian team to his residence and discussed the whole tournament, the team's ups and downs and players' individual thoughts and performances during the tournament.

Notably, during the recent tour of England, where India drew the Test series of five matches by 2-2 under skipper Shubman Gill, Siraj ended as the top wicket taker, with a total of 23 wickets and two five-wicket hauls, including a nine-wicket haul at The Oval in the final Test.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is organising nationwide blood donation camps as part of the two-week-long 'Sewa Pakhwada' to celebrate the Prime Minister's birthday. The party has planned various events, including a cleanliness drive, 'ek ped maa ke naam' program, and exhibitions across the country highlighting the achievements of PM Modi.

- ANI

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Priya S
Siraj is absolutely right. The way PM Modi supported our team in both victory and defeat shows his genuine care for our athletes. That World Cup loss was devastating but his words must have been comforting 🏏
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the PM's support for cricket, I hope similar attention is given to other sports and athletes who don't get the same recognition. India has talent beyond cricket too!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows cricket closely, I remember how emotional that 2023 final was. The fact that the Prime Minister took time to personally console the team speaks volumes about his character.
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Vikram M
Siraj has been phenomenal lately! Top wicket-taker in England series and now sharing this beautiful story. PM Modi's support definitely boosts our players' morale. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Kavya N
The 'Sewa Pakhwada' initiatives for his birthday are really commendable. Blood donation camps and tree plantation drives are much better celebrations than extravagant parties 👏

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