Former India skipper Virat Kohli celebrated India’s stunning Test victory at The Oval on August 4, calling it a testament to the team’s resilience. Kohli, who posted his reaction on X (formerly Twitter), gave a heartfelt shout-out to Mohammed Siraj, whose fiery spell sealed the nail-biting finish on Day 5.

The match looked all but lost when England's Joe Root and Harry Brook notched up centuries, setting up what seemed like a sure win for the hosts. But India’s pace attack, led by Siraj and supported by Prasidh Krishna, turned the game around dramatically in the dying moments.

Kohli praised their determination, writing, “Incredible win for Team India! The spirit and fight shown by Siraj and Prasidh was outstanding. Siraj, in particular, gives his everything every time he bowls — thrilled for him!”

India Defend the Impossible in Dramatic Fashion

With just 35 runs left to defend and four English wickets remaining, India stepped onto the field on the final day under immense pressure. The odds were stacked against them, but Siraj unleashed a relentless spell that dismantled England’s tailenders.

Though Prasidh Krishna started Day 5 by conceding 8 runs off his first two deliveries, he bounced back to dismiss Josh Tongue, giving India a vital breakthrough.

Tension escalated in the final overs — Akash Deep’s dropped catch and multiple missed edges made for a nerve-wracking finish. But Siraj kept his composure, delivering a blistering yorker to uproot Gus Atkinson’s off stump with only 6 runs left to defend, sealing a thrilling victory for India and squaring the series.