Updated On: 04 August, 2025 04:53 PM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
With England requiring just 35 runs and holding four wickets in hand at the start of play, the odds seemed to favour the hosts. But India’s fast bowlers, led by Siraj, had other ideas. Resuming on 339/6, England looked within touching distance of chasing down the daunting 374-run target

Mohammed Siraj (Pic: BCCI)
Mohammed Siraj produced a sensational final act as India pulled off a stunning six-run win over England on Day 5 of the fifth Test at The Oval, levelling the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series 2-2 in unforgettable fashion. With England requiring just 35 runs and holding four wickets in hand at the start of play, the odds seemed to favour the hosts. But India’s fast bowlers, led by Siraj, had other ideas.
Resuming on 339/6, England looked within touching distance of chasing down the daunting 374-run target. However, Siraj struck in his very first over of the morning, removing Jamie Smith with a perfect outswinger that kissed the edge and was safely taken by wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. The breakthrough gave India the early momentum they desperately needed.
We believe in Siraj bhai ?♂️ pic.twitter.com/0VAcFdsOr0