Day 4 of the final Test between India and England at The Oval delivered plenty of drama, but one moment involving Mohammed Siraj left both fans and players stunned and then amused. In a match-defining moment, Siraj was left red-faced after a misjudged catch turned into a six, drawing playful taunts from the Oval crowd.
The incident occurred during Prasidh Krishna’s over to Harry Brook. Krishna bowled a short delivery outside off that rose sharply off the surface. Brook attempted a pull shot but only managed a top-edge. The ball ballooned high into the air and seemed destined to land safely in Mohammed Siraj’s hands at deep square leg.
Siraj settled under the ball and took the catch cleanly, but in doing so, he lost awareness of his position near the boundary rope. His foot stepped directly onto the boundary cushions just as he completed the catch, instantly turning what looked like a wicket into a six.
Prasidh, unaware of the mishap, began celebrating, flexing his arms in triumph. But the smile vanished quickly as he realised Siraj had stepped over the rope.
The crowd didn’t miss the chance to cheekily taunt Siraj, who stood there dejected and clearly disappointed in himself. The moment became an instant highlight of the day’s play, not just for its impact on the match, but for the light-hearted reaction it provoked.
IND Vs ENG, 5th Test: Akash Deep & Ben Duckett Share Lighthearted Moment On Day 3 After Animated Exchange; Video
Day 3 of the fifth Test between India and England at The Oval delivered not just high-quality cricket but also a moment of sportsmanship and camaraderie between two players who had been at the centre of a fiery exchange the previous day. Indian pacer Akash Deep and England’s Ben Duckett shared a surprise hug on the field while Akash was batting, easing the tension that had brewed on Day 2.
On Day 2, Akash Deep had dismissed Duckett with a sharp, rising delivery that led to one of the more talked-about send-offs of the series. Deep, pumped with adrenaline, fist-pumped in excitement and then walked toward Duckett with a smile on his face, placing an arm over the batter’s shoulder. The two exchanged words as Duckett turned to walk back. While it appeared harmless, the gesture drew varied reactions from fans and experts alike, with some questioning the tone of the celebration.
Fast forward to Day 3, and the mood had clearly shifted. As Akash Deep stood at the crease batting in India’s second innings, Ben Duckett approached him in a lighter moment. The two shared a brief laugh, and to everyone’s surprise, they embraced in a friendly hug. The crowd responded warmly, and the moment quickly made waves on social media, with fans appreciating the gesture.
In a match full of drama and skill, this moment stood out not for the bat or the ball, but for the character it revealed in both players.
