Mohammed Siraj's exceptional bowling performance, including a crucial five-wicket haul, powered India to a thrilling six-run victory over England in the fifth Test at The Oval, drawing the series 2-2. Despite a costly dropped catch of Harry Brook, Siraj's resilience and skill proved decisive as he knocked out Gus Atkinson's stumps with a perfect yorker to seal the win.
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