Mohammed Siraj said, “I was waiting for this medal since World Cup,” following his Impact Fielder medal victory following the SA vs. IND series leveller.

The Indian team’s fielding abilities were highlighted in addition to their bat and ball skills during an exciting Twenty20 international series against South Africa. The Indian camp unveiled an updated version of the Fielding Medal concept, called the ‘Impact Fielder of the Series,’ for their match against South Africa, in response to the concept’s success in the 2023 World Cup. The shift in strategy saw the awards shift from being given out on a match-by-match basis to honoring players for their constant awareness and ability to change the course of the series. Fielding coach T Dilip presented Mohammed Siraj with the medal after he had nominated Rinku Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Mohammed Siraj for their remarkable achievements.

Making an impact in the field is something we discuss frequently. not just in one game but all along the course of the series. Additionally, the way he bowled an over, came back, dove, and returned the ball to the field demonstrated his perseverance throughout the World Cup. He changed things today with his direct hit and yesterday with his boundary line awareness catch. Mohammed Siraj would emerge victorious, Dilip declared. The fielding medal ceremony can be seen on this video.

India gained momentum after Mohammed Siraj caught Reeza Hendricks.

When Mohammed Siraj showed off his skill by dismissing opener Reeza Hendricks for just eight runs in the second Twenty20 International in Johannesburg, it was his moment in the spotlight. After making a vital catch that caused Hendricks to leave the field early in the fourth over, South Africa collapsed, chasing India’s impressive 201/7 and falling to a pitiful 95.

Siraj’s contribution was noteworthy, and he was awarded the coveted title of “Impact Fielder of the Series” despite the series ending in a 1-1 tie. He was obviously ecstatic when T. Dilip gave him the medal; he even made a joke out of biting it before giving the coach a sincere hug.

Do I have something to say? This object isn’t a medal. Since the World Cup, I have been yearning for this medal, and now I have it. “This experience has taught me to never give up,” Siraj stated.