India made a spectacular comeback at The Oval, defeating England by a slim margin of six runs in the last Test match to dramatically tie the series. After a tense morning session, the visitors bowled a masterclass on the last day, dismissing England for 367.
The defining moment came within the first hour of play as India swiftly claimed the last four English wickets. Leading the charge was fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, whose clinical performance sealed the game in India’s favor. Siraj dismissed Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton in quick succession before delivering a near-unplayable yorker to bowl Gus Atkinson and close the match.
England’s Chris Woakes, hampered by a dislocated shoulder, courageously returned to the crease with his arm in a sling. With 17 runs required for a win, Woakes watched as Atkinson struck a powerful six off Siraj, briefly reviving England’s hopes. However, Atkinson’s attempt to shield Woakes from the strike backfired as Siraj maintained his composure and ended England’s innings with precision and pace.
This victory not only showcased India’s depth in bowling talent but also their resilience under pressure. The match has been hailed by fans and analysts as one of the most thrilling finishes in recent Test history.
The series concludes evenly poised, with both teams sharing the spoils in what was a fiercely competitive and unpredictable encounter. For India, this win serves as a significant morale booster heading into future international fixtures, while England will be left to reflect on what might have been in a game that slipped from their grasp.
