IND vs ENG 5th Test Day 5 Highlights: Mohammed Siraj Seals Thriller For India At Oval, Levels Series 2-2 Against England
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IND vs ENG 5th Test Day 5 Highlights: Riding on Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna's stunning spells, India staged a spirited comeback on the final day of the fifth Test, defeating England by 6 runs. And with this thrilling victory, the visitors level the series at 2-2 in a 5-match series.
Rain forced an early close to Day 4 at The Oval, halting India’s charge just as they tightened their grip on the contest. With England still needing 35 runs and only four wickets remaining, India will return on the final day eyeing a series-levelling win.
Earlier, bad light halted play at The Oval, moments after India regained momentum with the crucial wicket of Joe Root, keeping their hopes alive in a tense finish. Prasidh Krishna dealt a crucial blow by removing Root, swinging the momentum in India’s favour and reigniting their hopes at The Oval. Root's sublime century took England close to winning, but Krishna's two quick wickets turned the tide.
Root moved steadily towards his century at tea, anchoring England’s chase with poise. With only 57 runs separating them from a series win, the hosts are within touching distance, firmly guided by Root’s assured presence at the crease.