India Fight Back to Limit England Lead in Deciding Oval Test

In the fifth and deciding Test at The Oval, India rebounded impressively after being bowled out for 224, with bowlers Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna delivering standout performances by taking four wickets each to restrict England to 247, giving England a slender 23-run lead. England's openers Zac Crawley and Ben Duckett started strong with a 92-run partnership, but India fought back, dismissing England for a modest total. On the second innings, India ended the day at 75-2, leading by 52 runs thanks to Yashasvi Jaiswal's unbeaten 51 and consistent bowling pressure. The match has been marked by intense moments, including a minor confrontation between India's Akash Deep and England's Duckett, following prior accusations of time-wasting and breaches of the 'spirit of cricket.' England's Gus Atkinson made a significant impact with his five-wicket haul, but India's resilience has kept the thrilling series alive and evenly poised, building anticipation for a gripping conclusion. The competitive balance and aggressive play from both sides suggest an exciting finish to one of the most enthralling series in England since 2005.