• Mohammed Siraj made a crucial breakthrough for India by removing England's wicketkeeper Jamie Smith on Day 5 of Oval Test.

  • India won a nail-biting six-run thriller against England at The Oval, leveling the series 2-2.

ENG vs IND [WATCH]: Mohammed Siraj’s brilliant spell ends Jamie Smith’s resistance as India clinches epic win in Oval thriller on Day 5
Mohammed Siraj strikes as Jamie Smith falls (Image Source: X)

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The final day of the fifth Test between England and India at The Oval was nothing short of a cricketing thriller. With the series on the line, the atmosphere crackled with tension. England needed just 35 runs, India 4 wickets. Then came the moment, Mohammed Siraj unleashed a sensational delivery to remove England’s key batter, igniting pure drama on the field.

Mohammed Siraj strikes big as Jamie Smith falls in tense Oval chase

In a moment that shifted the momentum of the match, Siraj struck gold with a crucial breakthrough, dismissing Jamie Smith at a pivotal stage. England needed just 35 runs, and India four wickets, when Siraj—tireless as ever—delivered under pressure. A touch short and outside off, the ball wobbled slightly as Smith advanced towards the bowler and tentatively poked at it, away from his body. The edge was found, and Dhruv Jurel completed a sharp, low catch diving to his right. Though the umpire briefly checked if the catch had carried cleanly, the replays confirmed it. Smith departed for just 2 off 20 balls, and Siraj celebrated with his trademark smile. The dismissal left the Indian camp pumped and roaring with energy.

Here’s the video:

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India clinch a thrilling 6-run victory at the Oval

India achieved a spectacular win at The Oval on Day 5, edging out England by just six runs to level the series 2-2. Chasing a modest target on the fifth day of 35 more runs to win with four wickets in hand, England looked confident but stumbled under pressure as Mohammed Siraj quickly took key wickets, toppling their lower order. Prasidh Krishna’s incisive bowling also played a crucial part in restricting England’s chase. Despite a heroic challenge from an injured Chris Woakes, India maintained their composure and clinched a memorable victory. This match highlighted India’s fighting spirit and bowling prowess, creating an unforgettable moment in the series.

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