India Clinches Memorable Victory Over England in Thrilling Final Overs
India’s cricket team achieved a thrilling victory against England on the final day of the fifth Test match at The Kia Oval in London on August 4, 2025. Chasing a target of 374 runs, England entered Day 5 needing just 35 runs with four wickets remaining. However, India’s pace attack, spearheaded by Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, delivered a remarkable performance to secure the win. The match was marked by intense moments, including a rain delay and a dislocated shoulder injury to England’s Chris Woakes, which added to the drama of the day. The day began with England at 339/6, requiring 35 runs to clinch the match. Jamie Overton and Jamie Smith were at the crease, and Overton quickly made his intentions clear by hitting two boundaries off Prasidh Krishna’s first over. England’s score climbed to 347/6, igniting hopes among their fans. However, the Indian bowlers remained focused, with Siraj taking the crucial wicket of Smith, caught behind by wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. This wicket shifted the momentum, leaving England at 347/7 and needing 25 runs for victory.
As the match progressed, the tension escalated. Prasidh Krishna maintained pressure on the English batsmen, but missed opportunities for run-outs and catches kept the game alive. Siraj’s consistent bowling led to the dismissal of Overton, leaving England at 354/8. With Chris Woakes nursing a dislocated shoulder, the situation became increasingly dire for the home team. Despite the odds, Woakes bravely walked out to bat, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. The atmosphere was electric as England needed just 20 runs to win. In a dramatic turn of events, Krishna bowled a fiery yorker to Josh Tongue, clean bowling him and leaving England at 355/9. With Woakes at the crease, the pressure mounted on the Indian bowlers. Mohammed Siraj then delivered a stunning yorker that dismissed Atkinson, sealing India’s victory. The Indian players erupted in celebration as they acknowledged their jubilant supporters, marking a memorable win in a nail-biting finish.
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