India vs England Day 2 Highlights: Siraj, Prasidh Take Four Each in Dramatic Turnaroun

Day Two of the India vs England fifth Test at The Oval turned into a fast-bowling masterclass, with 15 wickets falling — the highest in a single day of the series so far. India’s pace duo Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna shared the spotlight, each grabbing four wickets, to script a remarkable fightback.

⚡ A Day of Two Halves

England began the morning confidently, reaching 109 for 1 at lunch while chasing India’s first-innings total of 224. But what looked like a batting-friendly day soon spiraled into chaos. Siraj’s sharp seam movement and Prasidh’s bounce tore through the English middle order.

By the final session, England were bowled out for 247, handing India a way back into the series decider.

🎯 The Siraj-Prasidh Show

Siraj’s relentless accuracy and Prasidh’s hostile pace rattled the English lineup. The pair exploited the seam-friendly conditions brilliantly, triggering collapses that shifted the momentum dramatically. Their combined eight wickets kept India firmly in the contest.

🏏 India’s Second Innings Struggle

Under fading light, India’s reply got off to a rocky start. KL Rahul fell early, and Sai Sudharsan was trapped lbw before stumps. At close of play, India were 75 for 2 in 18 overs, carrying a slender lead and setting up a tense third day.

📊 Record-Breaking Day

The 15 wickets on Day 2 eclipsed the previous high of 14, recorded on Day Four of the second Test at Lord’s earlier in the series. It showcased both the bowlers’ brilliance and the fragility of batting on The Oval’s unpredictable pitch.

With three days still remaining and conditions tilted in favor of the seamers, experts predict further drama ahead. As the decider hangs in the balance, fans can expect more twists before the series reaches its conclusion.