Cricket fans were left stunned when Jasprit Bumrah was missing from India’s playing XI for the second Test against England at Edgbaston. Skipper Shubman Gill clarified it was a workload management decision, and naturally, the big question was: Who would step up in Bumrah’s absence?

The answer came quickly — Mohammed Siraj rose to the occasion, delivering a sensational performance that not only tilted the match in India’s favour but also etched his name into the history books.

Mohammed Siraj delivered a fiery spell in the first innings, claiming 6 wickets for just 70 runs in 19.3 overs. This performance didn’t just put India in command — it also broke a long-standing record set by Kapil Dev 46 years ago.

Back in July 1979, Kapil had registered 5/146 in 48 overs against England on this same ground. With his six-wicket haul, Siraj has now produced India’s second-best bowling figures at Edgbaston.

He also surpassed Ishant Sharma’s 5/51 recorded in 2018 during the memorable Test series.

Chetan Sharma – 6/58 (1986)

Mohammed Siraj – 6/70 (2025)

Ishant Sharma – 5/51 (2018)

Kapil Dev – 5/146 (1979)

Siraj’s spell is not only the best by any Indian at Edgbaston since 1993, but also marks the first time in over three decades that a visiting fast bowler has claimed six wickets in an innings at this iconic venue.

India posted a formidable 587 in their first innings, before bowling out England for 407, securing a solid 180-run lead. By the first session of Day 4, India had reached 142/3 in 31 overs, extending their lead to 322 runs. With the pitch still offering something to the bowlers, India appears to be in a commanding position to press for victory.