Day 2 of the Oval Test began with England right on top, as their bowlers continued to exploit the helpful conditions and trouble India’s batting lineup. The morning session produced high-quality fast bowling, and it didn’t take long for Gus Atkinson to deliver a moment of brilliance that sent the crowd into raptures.
Gus Atkinson’s unplayable delivery shatters Mohammed Siraj’s stumps
England pacer Atkinson produced a stunning delivery to dismiss India’s Mohammed Siraj. The ball, delivered full and just outside off, jagged back sharply through a sizeable gap between bat and pad, crashing into the off stump and leaving Siraj stranded. The dismissal added another highlight to Atkinson’s remarkable spell in front of a roaring home crowd.
Here’s the video:
Gus Atkinson AGAIN!
Siraj is gone and India are nine down.
🇮🇳 2️⃣2️⃣4️⃣-9️⃣ pic.twitter.com/w3imHVFmtO
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) August 1, 2025
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Atkinson’s five-wicket haul dismantles India
Atkinson’s exceptional spell saw him claim figures of 5/33, the second-best bowling performance by a pacer against India at the Oval, only behind Gubby Allen’s 7/80 in 1936. England needed just 34 balls to wrap up the final four Indian wickets, skittling the visitors out for 224. India’s tail failed to hold firm against the relentless movement on offer despite the relatively bright morning conditions.
Thanks to Atkinson’s heroics, England find themselves in a commanding position as the Oval crowd celebrates a dominating display from their fast-bowling unit. With India’s batting lineup bundled out for a modest total, the hosts now aim to build a strong first-innings lead and push for a victory in the series-decider.
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