Mohammed Siraj Clocks Record 155 KPH Delivery in IPL 2026 Thriller
A New Speed King in the Gujarat Titans Camp
Mohammed Siraj has long been revered for his tactical acumen, pinpoint accuracy, and his ability to exploit the smallest margins in a batter’s technique. Traditionally, the Indian and Gujarat Titans speedster has operated within the 140-145 km/h range, occasionally touching 147 km/h. However, the 2026 Indian Premier League season has witnessed a dramatic evolution in his bowling profile. Siraj is no longer just a master of line and length; he has become an express pace threat that is currently redefining the competition’s standards.
The Night Siraj Tore Through CSK
The match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) was a contest defined by immense pressure. With GT posting a formidable 229/4, CSK faced the monumental task of not only winning the game but doing so within 17 overs to keep their playoff aspirations alive. What followed was a masterclass in aggressive fast bowling.
Siraj took the new ball and immediately set the tone. He dismantled the CSK top order with clinical precision, claiming the prized wicket of Sanju Samson for a golden duck. The onslaught did not stop there, as he quickly accounted for CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and later Urvil Patel. By reducing CSK to three early wickets, Siraj effectively broke the backbone of their batting lineup before the chase could even find its rhythm.
Breaking the Speed Barrier
The highlight of the evening, beyond the wickets, was the sheer velocity of Siraj’s deliveries. In the 4.2 over of the chase, bowling to Matthew Short, Siraj unleashed a thunderbolt that registered at a staggering 154.8 kph on the speedometer. This delivery officially became the fastest ball recorded in the entire 2026 IPL season, surpassing the previous benchmark of 154.2 kph set by his own teammate, Ashok Sharma.
This performance represents a career-defining shift for Siraj. To maintain such intense pace while retaining the control required to dismiss elite international batters is a rare feat in the modern game. It highlights an extraordinary level of fitness and technical refinement.
Why This Matters for the IPL 2026 Season
The emergence of high-speed bowling has been a recurring theme in this year’s tournament, but Siraj’s achievement stands out for its consistency. While many fast bowlers sacrifice accuracy for speed, Siraj has managed to marry the two, providing the Gujarat Titans with a lethal weapon in their quest for the trophy. As the tournament progresses into the critical playoff stages, the sight of a pacer bowling at 155 kph will undoubtedly keep opposing teams on edge.
The current leaderboard for the fastest deliveries in IPL 2026 is as follows:
- Mohammed Siraj (GT): 154.8 kph
- Ashok Sharma (GT): 154.2 kph
As the competition continues to heat up, the battle for the title of the fastest bowler in the league will surely be one of the most exciting sub-plots of the season. For now, however, the crown belongs to Mohammed Siraj, whose transition into an express pace bowler has been one of the most compelling narratives of IPL 2026.
Stay tuned for more updates as the battle for the IPL 2026 trophy intensifies in the coming weeks.
