Mohammed Siraj Leads India To Historic 6-run Victory Over England With Stunning Five-wicket Haul

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India Clinches Dramatic Win In Final Test As Siraj Stars With Five Wickets
In a sensational finale to the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025, Mohammed Siraj scripted history with a fiery five-wicket haul that powered India to a 6-run win over England in the 5th Test at The Oval. It was a nail-biting encounter, as England fell just short of the 205-run target, bowled out for 198.

Siraj’s performance not only earned him the Player of the Match award but also sealed India’s narrowest-ever victory margin in Test history by runs.

Final Day Drama: Siraj Breaks England’s Backbone
Heading into the fifth day, England required just 66 runs with four wickets remaining. However, Siraj had other plans. He broke through early, removing Jamie Smith, then went on to dismiss Overton, Atkinson, and Bashir with ruthless precision.

His final figures of 5 for 37 turned the match on its head and silenced a packed Oval crowd that had been expecting an English win.

Leadership, Belief, and Grit: India’s Test Spirit Shines
This historic win came despite the absence of lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah, ...
... who missed the Test due to a knee injury. Captain Shubman Gill hailed the victory as a testament to India’s fighting spirit:

“We wanted to be a gun team, and we showed that today. Siraj was outstanding.”

From sharp fielding to aggressive bowling, India showcased the depth and determination of its Test squad.

Historic Stats and Records Set at The Oval
Victory Margin: 6 runs (India’s closest win by runs in Tests)

Siraj’s Performance: 5/37 in 14 overs

Series Result: Drawn 2–2

Most 'Bowled' Dismissals in a Series (21st century): 45

Test Debates Reignited: Experts now urge BCCI to consider Virat Kohli’s return to the red-ball format

What’s Next for Team India?
India now gears up for:

A limited-overs tour of Bangladesh (3 ODIs and 3 T20Is) in August 2025

A two-match home Test series against West Indies, beginning October 2, 2025

The team will look to build on this high with a refreshed squad and new leadership dynamics in place.

Final Words
Mohammed Siraj’s match-winning spell at The Oval is a reminder of India’s rising pace dominance on foreign soil. His raw aggression, control, and ability to deliver under pressure make him a vital asset in India's future red-ball campaigns.
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