'No speed challans for Mohammed Siraj': Delhi Police wins hearts with epic post

Mohammed Siraj's 6/21 led to Sri Lanka being bundled up for only 50 runs (PTI image)

Indian cricketer Mohammed Siraj's dazzling display in the Asia Cup final on Sunday which ultimately led to India winning the match against Sri Lanka in Colombo captivating fans around the world. Even the Delhi Police could not stop from putting out a celebratory post.

Its social media handle posted that there won't be any "no speed challans for Siraj today" won a lot of hearts and a few laughs.

No speed challans for #Siraj today.#AsiaCupFinals#AsiaCup2023#INDvsSL

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— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) September 17, 2023

Mohammed Siraj produced a sensational spell helping India skittle out Sri Lanka for a paltry 50 in the Asia Cup final here on Sunday. After winning the toss, Sri Lanka found themselves in an embarrassing situation losing their first six wickets for 12 runs. Their innings ended in just 15.2 overs.

Siraj ended with dream figures of six for 21 in seven overs while Hardik Pandya chipped in with three wickets. His sensational achievement of having bagged six wickets also made him the fodder for the meme factory.

"Ok Google, play Mohd Siraj"
"Sorry, Mohd Siraj is unplayable!" #INDvSL #AsiaCupFinals pic.twitter.com/rJIBGnQYf3

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) September 17, 2023

Mohammed Siraj talking 4 wickets in 1 over pic.twitter.com/MXuctbMKb1

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— Sagar (@sagarcasm) September 17, 2023

Siraj's fiery display of pace bowling was best illustrated in his second over when the right-arm quick dismissed Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka and Dhananjaya de Silva.

Meanwhile, celebrations are underway among India supporters with videos circulating on social media show fans celebrating with chants of "India! India!" while waving the tricolour.

Read more: Asia Cup 2023 Final: Fans celebrate as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 50 runs. Watch