Akash Deep makes impressive debut in the fast lane
Updated On: 24 February, 2024 07:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Sandipan Banerjee
“I felt really bad and thought my team should not get behind because of me, so there was tension as he [Crawley] is a good batsman and can score quickly,” Akash said at the post-match presser, explaining his emotions at that precise moment
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India’s Akash Deep (left) celebrates the dismissal of England’s Zak Crawley in Ranchi yesterday. Pic/PTI
On Friday morning, when Rohit Sharma lost the crucial toss on a challenging pitch, India were desperate to make the new ball count. Their first aim though was not to leak runs with the new ball, especially in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah. However, debutant Akash Deep exceeded expectations by packing a punch with a fiery opening spell and running through England’s top three within the first hour itself.
The wicket had a bit of dampness upfront and bowling from the pavilion end, Akash used the conditions to his advantage. He was moving the ball sharply both ways and hitting the corridor of uncertainty consistently. Soon, the 27-year-old broke through Zak Crawley’s defence, sending his off-stump for a walk in the fourth over of the day. However, his celebrations were cut short by umpire Rod Tucker for overstepping.
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