Pacer Akash Deep is poised to make his debut for Team India in the 4th Test against England. He received the India cap from head coach Rahul Dravid before the toss in Ranchi. Akash is the 313th player to represent India in Tests and the fourth debutant in the current series against England.
In the upcoming Ranchi Test against England, Deep will step in for star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who has been given a rest. Bumrah is anticipated to return to the playing XI for the subsequent Test in Dharamshala.
Deep showcased his talent during India ‘A’s unofficial multi-day series against England Lions, claiming an impressive 13 wickets. His stellar performance earned him a spot in the senior team, providing depth to India’s fast bowling arsenal.
Who is Akash Deep?
Akash Deep, born in 1996 in Dehri, Bihar, embarked on his cricket journey by relocating to Bengal in pursuit of his dream. Unlike many, he didn’t have initial support from his father, but his unwavering determination led him to success.
Making his debut for Bengal in 2019, Akash Deep has since featured in 30 First-Class matches, securing 104 wickets at an impressive average of 23.58. He boasts four five-wicket hauls and has formed a formidable pace bowling duo with Mukesh Kumar for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy.
Akash Hugged His Family After Receiving His Debut Cap
Meanwhile, as Akash Deep received his debut cap, emotional scenes unfolded as he went to hug his family, who were present on the ground.
Akash Deep making his family proud ,
What a moment 🎉
These types of moment stays forever!!!!#INDvsENGTest #INDvsENGpic.twitter.com/DyPoUnspJG
— Anvar Khan (@anvarkhan63) February 23, 2024
What a beautiful moment!
Akash Deep hugging his family after receiving his India cap. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/5JcH3V5LdW
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 23, 2024
Akash Deep hugging his family after receiving the Test cap.
– A lovely moment. 👌 pic.twitter.com/AbfWNZ2r5w
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 23, 2024
Playing XI of both the teams:
England playing XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes (C), Ben Foakes (WK), Tom Hartley, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson and Shoaib Bashir
India playing XI: Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Sarfaraz Khan, Rajat Patidar, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep
