Mohammed Siraj’s unusual dismissal at Lord’s has added another entry to cricket’s long list of odd and unlucky ways to get out. The Indian pacer’s recent agony—falling victim to an awkward bounce and bizarre deflection—has sparked conversation among fans and pundits, many calling it one of the most unfortunate dismissals in recent memory.
Cricket, a game rich with tradition and quirks, has seen its fair share of peculiar exits. From handling the ball and hitting the wicket to comical runouts and misjudged reverse sweeps, the game never fails to surprise. Siraj now finds himself among players who’ve exited in moments more memorable for their weirdness than their statistics.
Other notorious instances include Steve Waugh getting caught off a fielder’s helmet, Ben Stokes being penalised for blocking the field, and Inzamam-ul-Haq standing on his stumps in the middle of a stroke. Not only do these situations create highlight reels, but they also emphasise how unpredictable cricket is—even the best players may collapse in the most unexpected ways.
Fans are reminded that in cricket, no dismissal is too odd—and that occasionally, fate plays the bowler’s best hand—as the video of Siraj’s Lord’s moment goes viral. This is just one more chapter in the sport’s never-ending tale of drama, luck, and memorable exits.
