The sports world is yet to recover from the sudden demise of Diogo Jota. Sports fraternities from every corner of the planet paid tribute to the Portuguese footballer. India pacer Mohammed Siraj also paid tribute to the late Liverpool footballer, Diogo Jota, after taking the wicket of Jamie Smith.

In a recently shared video by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Siraj revealed the reason behind his celebration when he pointed towards the sky after indicating the number ‘20’ with his fingers.

Siraj, through the video, said that he is a fan of the Portugal football team because Cristiano Ronaldo plays there; he is moved by the news of Jota's devastating car crash and sudden demise at the age of only 28. So, after taking the wicket of Smith, he chose to pay tribute to the latest forward.

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Siraj finally found his luck

Mohammed Siraj again went out of luck during the morning session of Day 2. He was very close to grabbing the wicket of Smith's scalp early, but KL Rahul at the slip cordon put down an easy catch. Siraj was clearly frustrated because of the lack of luster in fielding. Siraj finally dismissed the England batter during the second session of the day. After clinching the important wicket, the seamer came under the spotlight and made the occasion more special by his unique celebration. Siraj realized, "Life is so unpredictable." 

Siraj again took his name on the scoreboard when he cleared Brydon Carse from the crease. Carse departed for 56 and Smith for 51. In the first innings, Siraj bagged a bowling figure of 23.3-6-85-2. England lost all of their wickets on 387, including Joe Root's 104-run innings.

Watch the video where Siraj revealed the reason behind his special celebration 

A heartfelt gesture!

Mohammed Siraj pays his tribute to the late Diogo Jota. pic.twitter.com/B59kmWG3TO

— BCCI (@BCCI) July 12, 2025