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**Summary:**
India rallied on the second day of the fifth Test against England after a poor morning session where they were bowled out for 224. England then raced to a quick 100. Mohammed Siraj’s inspired spell of bowling helped India take six wickets in the second session to restrict England’s first-innings lead to just 23 runs, as they were all out for 247. In their second innings, India, led by a rapid fifty from Yashasvi Jaiswal, built a lead of 52 runs, ending the day in a much stronger position despite England’s dominance earlier in the day.
**News Article:**
**Siraj’s Fiery Spell and Jaiswal’s Blitz Propel India Back into Fifth Test**
**[City, Date]** – A dramatic second day of the fifth Test saw India claw their way back into contention against England thanks to a combination of inspired bowling and aggressive batting. After a disastrous morning session, where India were dismissed for a paltry 224, Mohammed Siraj’s exceptional spell of 4 for 86 sparked a stunning turnaround, followed by a rapid half-century from Yashasvi Jaiswal that put the visitors in a commanding position.
The day began poorly for India as they lost their remaining four wickets in just 29 minutes. Gus Atkinson completed a five-wicket haul, dismantling the tail to leave India well short of a competitive total. England’s reply was ferocious, openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley smashing the Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground, reaching 100 runs in the 15th over.
However, after lunch, India’s bowlers found their rhythm. Prasidh Krishna removed Crawley and Siraj then ignited the comeback with a devastating spell, claiming three crucial wickets, including those of Ollie Pope and Joe Root. Prasidh Krishna took 4 wickets for 62 runs. England were eventually bowled out for 247, managing a slender lead of just 23 runs.
India’s second innings began with intent, as Yashasvi Jaiswal launched a brutal assault on the England bowling. He raced to a 44-ball fifty, and while India lost a couple of wickets, they managed to extend their lead to 52 runs with eight wickets remaining.
Despite their early dominance, England were sloppy in the field, dropping multiple catches, allowing India to seize the momentum. Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson took one wicket each.
At the close of play, India stood at 75 for 2, with Jaiswal unbeaten. After a morning session firmly in England’s grasp, India had fought back to end the day in a strong position, raising hopes of a series-clinching victory.
**Brief Scores:** India 224 & 75/2 (Jaiswal 51*) lead England 247 (Crawley 64, Brook 53; Prasidh 4-62, Siraj 4-86) by 52 runs.
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