India Level Series 2-2 with Thrilling 6-Run Victory Over England

In England, the five-match Test series between the local squad and the Indian national team came to an end. After four matches, the Three Lions were winning 2-1 (one more game was a draw), and it remained unclear whether they would extend their lead to 3-1 or the Men in Blue would manage to equalize the score.

The Magnificent Siraj

The fifth Test was played from July 31 to August 4 inclusive at The Oval. The fans could hardly have expected the game to have such a dramatic scenario, and it ended in favor of the Indian team, which won by a margin of just 6 runs. Mohammed Siraj was the protagonist in the Men in Blue lineup.

In the first innings, it was clear that Siraj could be one of the most notable players of the match. He bowled 16.2 overs and took 4 crucial wickets. This achievement outweighed the fact that he conceded 86 runs. In the second innings, the cricketer’s impact on the game became even more significant. He struck out Ollie Pope (twice) and Joe Root. Throughout the game, Mohammed bowled 30.1 overs and took six wickets for 104 runs. His actions hindered England’s attacking play a lot despite Harry Brook (111) and Joe Root (105) scoring centuries.

Crucial win

It was not just Siraj who helped India achieve the winning score. Akash Deep and Ravindra Jadeja, with half-centuries, made important contributions, while Yashasvi Jaiswal reached 118. India set England a target of 374 runs after their innings with 224 and 396 runs, and the Three Lions lost only 6 overs after scoring 247 and 367 respectively. India thus leveled the series, giving the fans an exciting spectacle.