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Dominant performance levels the series 1-1 as Akash Deep stars on Day 5 of 2nd Test
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India delivered a resounding victory over England in the second Test at Edgbaston, winning by a massive 336 runs and leveling the five-match series 1-1. The hero of the match was young pacer Akash Deep, who stole the spotlight with an extraordinary 10-wicket haul across both innings.
On Day 5, England crumbled under pressure as India’s bowlers maintained relentless accuracy and pace. Chasing an improbable target, England’s batting lineup collapsed, unable to withstand the fiery spell from Akash Deep, who finished with 5-wicket hauls in both innings — a remarkable feat for the rising star.
India had set the tone earlier with a commanding batting performance and solid contributions from the top and middle order. The bowlers then took control, applying consistent pressure and capitalizing on favorable conditions.
Captain Rohit Sharma praised the team’s collective effort, calling it a “complete performance” and highlighting the maturity shown by the younger players. “We came here with a plan, and every player delivered. Akash was outstanding,” he said.
With this emphatic win, India gains momentum heading into the third Test. The series is now finely poised, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in what has already become a thrilling contest between two top cricketing nations.