India, April 7 -- Mohammed Siraj produced a fiery spell for Gujarat Titans against Sunrisers Hyderabad, ripping through his former franchise with a sensational 4/17 at the Uppal Stadium - his home turf in domestic cricket. The performance not only handed GT a comprehensive seven-wicket win, but also saw Siraj etch his name in the record books with his best-ever IPL figures and his 100th IPL wicket.

Yet, behind the high-octane celebration was a quieter battle Siraj had been waging - a battle with self-doubt after being left out of India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad.

The Indian fast bowler, who had been an integral part of the ODI squad until last year, was snubbed in the 15-member squad as India flew with a spin-heavy squad, putting...