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IND vs ENG 5th Test 2025: Mohammed Siraj's Spell Seals 6-Run Win at The Oval, Series Ends 2-2
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IND vs ENG 5th Test 2025: Mohammed Siraj's Spell Seals 6-Run Win at The Oval, Series Ends 2-2

Published on August 4, 2025 | By GlobalFamily.in Sports Desk

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In one of the most dramatic finishes in recent Test cricket history, India clinched a thrilling 6-run victory over England in the fifth and final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval, leveling the series 2-2. Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj emerged as the match-winner, taking five wickets, including three on the final morning, to pull off an unforgettable comeback.

Series Draw: India vs England Ends 2-2

After trailing in the early stages of the series, India bounced back strongly to secure a hard-fought draw. The final Test will be remembered for its tension-packed final session, quality batting from both sides, and Siraj’s game-changing bowling.


Siraj’s Match-Winning Spell on Day 5

England started the final day needing just 35 runs with three wickets in hand. With centuries from Joe Root (103) and Harry Brook (112), England looked set for victory.

But Mohammed Siraj had other ideas.

  • Jamie Smith edged a late-moving delivery to wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel.

  • Gus Atkinson followed next, edging just short of KL Rahul.

  • Jamie Overton was trapped LBW by a delivery that clipped the leg stump, ruled out on umpire’s call.

Siraj ended with impressive figures of 5 for 71, breaking England’s momentum completely.


Drama in the Final Overs

Prasidh Krishna returned to the attack and nearly had Josh Tongue LBW, but DRS overturned the decision. However, he didn’t have to wait long as he bowled Tongue in his next over, reducing England to 276 for 9, just 7 runs short of the target.

In a dramatic moment, Chris Woakes, injured while fielding on Day 1, came out to bat left-handed using only one hand. Atkinson attempted to take charge and even hit Siraj for a six, but was bowled shortly after, giving India a remarkable win.


Score Summary: 5th Test at The Oval

  • India 1st Innings: 342

  • England 1st Innings: 318

  • India 2nd Innings: 258

  • England 2nd Innings: 276 (Target: 283)

  • Result: India won by 6 runs

  • Player of the Match: Mohammed Siraj (5/71)


Post-Match Reactions

This win was one of India’s smallest but most dramatic Test victories in terms of margin. The team’s belief, combined with high-quality fast bowling, especially from Siraj and Prasidh, helped them defy the odds on Day 5.

With this result, the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy ends in a 2-2 draw, a fair reflection of the hard-fought series. India now shifts focus to the upcoming T20 and ODI series.


Key Takeaways

  • Mohammed Siraj claimed 5 wickets on the final day.

  • Joe Root and Harry Brook scored centuries but couldn’t finish the job.

  • England lost their last 3 wickets for just 10 runs.

  • India leveled the series 2-2 with a historic 6-run win at The Oval.


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