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In a remarkable achievement, experienced Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj went past the legendary Kapil Dev for the third-most wickets for India in Tests in England. The seasoned campaigner unlocked the feat on the fifth day of the ongoing clash at Kennington Oval.
Siraj Breaks Kapil Dev's massive record
Mohammed Siraj has been one of the most prolific performers for India on the ongoing England tour. The Hyderabad pacer has earned massive applause for his relentlessness and work ethic, having bowled full tilt in all Tests.
On fifth day's morning session, Siraj added another feather to his crown as he surpassed Kapil Dev on the list of India's most successful bowlers on English soil.
The right-arm fast bowler, who castled Zak Crawley on day three, went on to dismiss Ollie Pope and Jamie Smith in the high-octane face-off. His valiant spell helped him register 44 wickets on English soil and go past Kapil Dev on the elite list.
Most Test Wickets For India In England
- Jasprit Bumrah - 51
- Ishant Sharma - 51
- Mohammed Siraj - 44*
- Kapil Dev - 43
- Mohammed Shami - 42
As mentioned above, Jasprit Bumrah and Ishant Sharma jointly hold the first place with 51 Test wickets in England. Siraj claims the secon position with 44 scalps while Kapil Dev and Mohammed Shami occupy the last two spots, respectively.
Siraj derailed England's chances further, trapping Jamie Overton plumb in front of the stumps in his second over of the final day. As of writing, the game was moving towards a fitting finish, with the hosts needing 18 runs and the visitors requiring two wickets to win.
