India has secured a memorable six-run victory over England in the fifth and final Test at The Oval, dramatically leveling the five-match series 2-2. The triumph came on Monday as fast bowler Mohammed Siraj castled Gus Atkinson, sparking jubilant celebrations among the Indian players.

Celebration also erupted on social media where users lavished praise upon the Indian pace battery, especially star-of-the-moment, Mohammed Siraj. Take a look at some of the reactions:

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Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna delivered special performances with the ball, ensuring the visitors' thrilling comeback. Siraj ended the match with an impressive five-wicket haul (5/104), while Prasidh played his role to perfection, claiming four wickets (4/126). The final wicket saw Atkinson completely beaten by a searing yorker from Siraj that crashed into his stumps, sealing India's win.

Siraj and Prasidh Lead the Attack

Siraj emerged as India's standout performer, delivering one of his finest bowling efforts. He concluded the series with 23 wickets, the highest across both teams, underscoring his tireless dedication throughout the challenging contest. Both Siraj and Prasidh Krishna sizzled with the ball precisely when their team needed them most.

Even an injured Chris Woakes, batting at number 11 with a shoulder injury and his left arm in a sling, battled through immense pain while at the crease, highlighting the intensity of the final moments.

Dramatic Turnaround on Final Day

England, set a record target of 374, appeared to be in a commanding position at 339 for six when bad light and torrential rain forced an early stumps on the fourth evening. This came after centuries from Joe Root and Harry Brook on the third and fourth days seemed to have put England in a series-clinching position, setting up a tantalizing final day.

However, India picked up the remaining four wickets in quick succession on Monday, bringing England's second innings to a close at 367 in 85.1 overs, just six runs short of their target.

The series saw a gripping back-and-forth. England won the opener by five wickets at Leeds, but India swiftly responded with a crushing 336-run victory in the second match at Birmingham.

The hosts then regained their series lead by narrowly edging out the Shubman Gill-led visitors by 22 runs at Lord's. India had previously produced a remarkable fifth-day batting display to secure a draw in the fourth game at Manchester, setting the stage for this dramatic series decider at The Oval.

(With PTI inputs)