Mohammed Siraj gives his Man of the Match cash prize to Sri Lanka ground staff after Asia Cup 2023 Final.

In a heartwarming gesture of gratitude and sportsmanship, Mohammed Siraj, following his remarkable performance in the Asia Cup 2023 final at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday, September 17, chose to selflessly share his Player of the Match prize money with Sri Lanka’s dedicated ground staff. This noble act came after Siraj achieved a career-best bowling performance, securing astounding figures of 6/21, which included an astonishing four wickets in a single over against Sri Lanka.

The 29-year-old pace sensation played a pivotal role in the Indian team’s success by orchestrating the dismissal of the Sri Lankan side for a mere 50 runs in just 15.2 overs. This resounding victory saw India triumph by an impressive margin of 10 wickets.

For those not familiar with the backstory, it’s essential to recognize the indispensable role played by the Sri Lankan ground staff. Their relentless efforts ensured the smooth conduct of the 50-over tournament, even in the face of adverse weather conditions that threatened to disrupt the games.

In addition to Mohammed Siraj’s heartwarming gesture, the organizers of the Asia Cup 2023 expressed their appreciation for the tireless contributions of the ground staff by awarding them a separate sum of $USD 50,000.