Former India captain Virat Kohli led the celebrations as Team India pulled off an exciting win in the fifth Test against England, ending the series in a 2-2 draw. The match saw a brilliant performance by fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, who played a key role in India’s victory.
Siraj Shines as India Secures Dramatic Win
Chasing a massive target of 374 runs, England seemed strong at 339/6 before bad light stopped play on Day 4. However, India made a stunning comeback on the final day, bowling England out for 367, thanks to Siraj’s fiery spell (5/104).
Siraj ended the series as the highest wicket-taker, claiming 23 wickets at an average of 32.43. His relentless energy and never-give-up attitude made him the star of the match.
Kohli Applauds Team India’s Fighting Spirit
Though Virat Kohli wasn’t part of the series (having retired from Test cricket earlier), he took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise the team’s effort. He wrote:
“Great win by Team India! Resilience and determination from Siraj and Prasidh gave us this phenomenal victory. Special mention to Siraj, who gives everything for the team. Extremely happy for him.”
Siraj responded by thanking Kohli for always “believing in him.
Thank you bhaiya for “Believe”ing in me ❤️ https://t.co/TBWmOMzqmX
— Mohammed Siraj (@mdsirajofficial) August 4, 2025
Captain Gill Hails Siraj as a ‘Captain’s Dream’
India’s skipper Shubman Gill, who was named ‘Player of the Series’ for his 754 runs and four centuries, praised Siraj’s incredible effort.
*“Siraj is a captain’s dream. He gave his all in every ball and every spell. A 2-2 result is fair—it shows the passion and competitive spirit of both teams,”* Gill said at the post-match presentation.
Final Thoughts
India’s thrilling win at The Oval was a perfect example of teamwork and determination. With standout performances from Siraj, Gill, and others, the series ended on a high note, leaving fans eagerly waiting for the next clash between these two cricketing giants.
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