Mohammed Siraj produced a sensational charm on the last day in the oval to help India pull out a dramatic six -speed victory over England and equalize a series of five tests.
Since England needed only 35 runs and four goals in their hands, the hosts looked good on the course to sea the game. But Siraj turned his head contest with a blistering spell that saw him to pick up three goals in quick succession and seal one of the most remarkable Indian test victories on English soil.
Siraj hit soon during the day and removed Jamie Smith with a sharp van that took advantage of overcast conditions. Only one over later Jamie Overton sent back and tightened the grip in the game. With pressure assembly, England disintegrated and eventually did not reach six runs.
Siraj ended shifts with six goals, a show that will go down as one of his best career. Despite a few low moments in the series – including Harry Brook’s fall in this test – it has increased to the occasion where it mattered the most.
This victory of the comeback was limited by the determined efforts from India, which was behind a large part of the match. Siraj’s perennial pace, movement and aggression turned out to be crucial in helping his team to catch the victory from the jaws of defeat.
Victory also maintains India alive in the World Championship race and emphasizes the spirit of the side that never suits. The core was Siraj, whose efforts with the ball reminded all of his ability to release under pressure.
Given that the series now stands level, India takes over immense confidence in this result – and the performance of Siri will remain Standout with the highlight of an exciting test match.
Siraj gains massive praise for oval heroism
The former Indian cricket, Wasim Jaffer, suggested that Siraj deserves the award of the man of the series, given that he played all five games, although bowling was in relatively unfavorable conditions.
“The last man standing. Siraj is a real man of the series for me. The only quick pitch that plays all five tests with the same intensity in the conditions of majority bats where all the tests went on.
Piers Morgan also commented X, who shared his praise to the Indian team. “Congratulations to India, and especially Siraj. Today it was brilliant because it was all summer. What match, what series God, I love testing cricket.
“Siraj did it,” the fan on the social media said.
“If Mohd Siraj has millions of fans, I’m one of them. If Mohd Siraj has ten fans, I’m one of them. If Mohd Siraj has only one fan, then it’s me.
“What test match! What series. What format! The test cricket is a gift that constantly gives. Siji incredible all series. Lords,” said this fan who remained in a respect in the competition between the two best teams.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
4th August 2025
Tune
