London: India pulled off a thrilling 6-run win over England on the final day of the fifth Test at The Oval, levelling the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2. Mohammed Siraj starred with the ball, claiming five wickets in the second innings, including three on Monday, to help India defend a challenging target of 374 runs.
Chasing 374, England began the final day needing just 35 runs with four wickets in hand. Siraj, however, turned the match on its head, removing key batters to seal a dramatic victory.
England were bowled out for 367 despite a gritty stand between Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue. Injured all-rounder Chris Woakes also came out to bat left-handed but could not take the team past the finish line.
Earlier, England had opted to bowl first after winning the toss on Thursday. India posted 224 in the first innings, while England took a 23-run lead with a score of 247.
In the second innings, India bounced back with a strong 396, setting England a steep target.
At one stage, England were well placed at 300 for 3, with Harry Brook scoring a century. However, Brook’s dismissal triggered a collapse, as India took the final seven wickets for just 54 runs.
India won the second and fifth Tests of the five-match series, while England secured victories in the first and third. The fourth Test ended in a draw.
