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The Indian cricket team\u2019s stellar performance in the ODI World Cup 2023<\/strong><\/a> semi-final against New Zealand<\/strong> not only filled the hearts of a billion fans with joy but also brought forth a poignant moment for one of its players, Mohammed Siraj<\/strong>.<\/p>\n As India triumphed with a comprehensive 70-run victory, securing a spot in the final, Siraj found himself grappling with emotions as he dearly missed his late father, Mohammed Ghaus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Siraj\u2019s father had been an unsung hero in his cricketing journey, driving an auto rickshaw to support his son\u2019s passion for the sport despite limited resources.<\/p>\n Tragically, in 2021, Ghaus succumbed to a lung ailment, leaving behind a legacy of sacrifice and unwavering support. Siraj has consistently acknowledged his father\u2019s pivotal role in shaping his career, and the absence of his father on this momentous occasion weighed heavy on his heart.<\/p>\n Taking to Instagram, Siraj shared a poignant story that captured the depth of his emotions. The story featured a picture that showcased an incoming call from \u201cDad\u201d with a text that read, \u201cI wish to see this call.\u201d<\/em> The image was accompanied by a \u201cMiss you\u201d<\/em> caption written by Siraj with two crying emojis, highlighting his emotional state and the bittersweet nature of his achievement.<\/p>\n On the cricketing front, India\u2019s journey to the final showcased a dominant display across all facets of the game. Opting to bat first in the semi-final against New Zealand, the top-order batters, led by the maestro Virat Kohli\u2019s masterful innings of 117 runs off 113 deliveries<\/a>, propelled India to a formidable total of 397-4 in their allotted 50 overs. Contributions from Shreyas Iyer<\/strong> (105), Shubman Gill<\/strong> (80), and Rohit Sharma<\/strong> (47) further solidified India\u2019s position.<\/p>\n In the bowling department, Mohammed Shami<\/strong> emerged as the hero of the day, etching his name in the record books with a historic 7-wicket haul. Shami\u2019s fiery spell dismantled the Kiwi lineup, ensuring a comprehensive victory for India<\/a>. Siraj also bagged one crucial wicket for the Men in Blue.<\/p>\nThe role of Mohammed Siraj\u2019s father in shaping his career<\/h2>\n
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The void: Siraj\u2019s emotional Instagram story<\/h2>\n
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