India fast bowler Akash Deep dedicated his outstanding performance of taking three wickets on his Test debut to his late father, who passed away in 2015. Reflecting on these tragedies, Akash Deep decided to pursue cricket as a means of honoring his family and overcoming his grief. With an impressive opening spell, Akash Deep played a crucial role in dismissing England’s top three batsmen, contributing to the team’s success as they went on to take half of England’s side for 112 runs by lunch on Friday. Akash Deep also said that ace India pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the fourth Test, too gave him advice on how to bowl in international cricket. So, that was at the back of my mind and the plan was to bowl the right line and length,” Akash Deep told the host broadcasters earlier on Friday.

Source: News 24 February 23, 2024 21:03 UTC