During the ongoing Test match between India and England at The Oval, Mohammed Siraj made a significant milestone in his cricketing career by taking his first wicket in the second innings of a Test match in India. The momentous achievement happened in the eighth over of the match, when Siraj dismissed England’s Harry Brook. The bowler delivered a perfect yorker which uprooted Brook’s stumps, ending his innings with 22 runs.

This wicket marked a special moment for Siraj, who previously hadn’t taken a wicket in the second innings of a Test match in India despite having more than 100 wickets in his career. His previous best bowling figures in an innings were 6/70 at Edgbaston against England earlier this year, and this performance added another feather to his cap.

Siraj’s superb bowling throughout the match played a key role in guiding India towards a remarkable victory. With this wicket, Siraj not only broke his personal jinx but also showcased his skill and resilience, especially in Jasprit Bumrah’s absence. His crucial dismissals included key English batsmen like Joe Root and Ben Stokes, and he finished the match with outstanding figures of 9 wickets, earning him the Player of the Match award.

This achievement is seen as a significant milestone for Siraj, demonstrating his growth as a Test bowler and solidifying his position as a vital part of the Indian cricket team’s bowling attack.