India stormed back into the five-match Test series with a commanding 336-run victory over England in the second Test at Edgbaston, levelling the contest 1-1. Set an improbable target of 608 runs for victory, England were bowled out for 271 on the final day.

Akash Deep emerged as India’s standout performer with the ball, claiming 6 wickets in the second innings to finish with a match haul of 10. His incisive spells ensured that England never looked settled in their daunting chase.

The 28-year-old seamer was relentless on a pitch that offered variable bounce and some assistance for the quicks on the last two days. Akash Deep’s efforts were complemented by Washington Sundar, who chipped in by removing Ben Stokes at a crucial stage, and Ravindra Jadeja, who kept the pressure on with his left-arm spin.