WATCH: Drama unfolds at The Oval as Mohammed Siraj strikes; dismisses Jamie Smith to swing momentum India's way in crucial 5th Test clash

Drama unfolds at The Oval as Mohammed Siraj strikes and dismisses Jamie Smith to swing momentum India's way in the crucial 5th Test clash against England.

Siraj gets Jamie Smith (Image Credit: BCCI)

In the ongoing 5th Test match between India and England, the drama continues as Mohammed Siraj dismissed Jamie Smith after the on-field umpire delayed giving the wicket. The match has reached an exciting position as England have lost eight wickets and still need 19 runs to win the match.

In the 79.5 overs, Siraj bowled a fraction short of length and outside off to Jamie Smith, who swung his bat along with the ball. Fortunately for India, the ball touched the bat as it passed by it, going straight to the wicket-keeper. Dhruv Jurel did not make a mistake in grabbing the ball and took a fine catch.

However, on-field umpire Kumar Dharmasena went upstairs to the third umpire to check whether it was out or not. While it was pretty much evident that the catch was taken properly and the ball touched the bat, the umpires added some drama to the game.

As we write, the game has reached an exciting point where India need just one wicket to win the match and level the series, while England need 17 runs to win the match and the series. Chris Woakes, the injured batter, walked out to the middle to help England win the match. The thrill, drama, and excitement continue as the winner of the match is yet to be decided.

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