India secured a thrilling six-run victory against England in the fifth Test at The Oval, drawing the series 2-2. Mohammed Siraj's stellar performance, claiming 5 for 104 and 23 wickets in the series, earned him Player of the Match. A lighthearted moment followed as Arshdeep Singh playfully mimicked a fan chanting for Yashasvi Jaiswal, showcasing the team's camaraderie.
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