How Siraj Helped India against England?

India who were trailing 2-1 in the 5-match test series of India tour of England 2025. They had entered the final test and the final innings of the test match with England needing 35 runs to win and India needing 4 wickets to win the 5th test and level the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. How Siraj helped India against England?

Siraj and his Consistent performances

Mohammed Siraj turned heartbreak into heroics at The Oval, overcoming a costly boundary misstep on day four that gifted Harry Brook a crucial six. On the final morning, with England needing 35 runs and three wickets left, Siraj’s relentless 30.1-over spell (5-104) proved decisive. His pinpoint yorker uprooted Gus Atkinson’s off stump, sealing India’s six-run victory, their narrowest in Test history.

Prasidh Krishna’s 4-126, including a searing yorker to Josh Tongue, complemented Siraj’s fire. Despite Jamie Overton’s early boundaries and Jamie Smith’s intent, Siraj’s clever wide-line bowling and Ravindra Jadeja’s sharp fielding throttled England’s chase. Chris Woakes, batting bravely with a dislocated shoulder, couldn’t defy Siraj’s onslaught. 

The collapse, sparked by Brook’s and Joe Root’s earlier exits, echoed dramatic finishes like the 2019 World Cup final. Siraj’s emotional redemption, fueled by his Lord’s heartbreak, defined this historic climax. 

Gill’s Tactical Mastery Guides India

Shubman Gill’s astute captaincy led India to a series-levelling six-run triumph, silencing doubts about their young squad. Awarded Player of the Series for his 754 runs at 75.40, Gill praised coach Gautam Gambhir’s “gun team” ethos. 

Opting against the new ball, Gill trusted Siraj and Prasidh Krishna’s old-ball movement, a decision that paid dividends as they dismantled England’s tail. Gill’s strategy kept England under relentless pressure, with Siraj’s fiery spell and Prasidh’s key wickets exploiting the batting side’s nerves. 

The series, a gripping contest of momentum swings, showcased India’s resilience, with Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 118 and KL Rahul’s grit standing out. Gill’s leadership, backed by his bowlers’ brilliance, boosted India’s World Test Championship standing and morale, proving their mettle as a formidable force ready to dominate the new WTC cycle 2025-27.

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