Due to potential cyclone and rain, Bengal’s Ranji Trophy match against Kerala has been moved from Kalyani to Jadavpur University ground. This comes after Bengal’s first home game against Bihar was abandoned due to wet outfield. Meanwhile, the Bengal squad has been bolstered with the inclusion of Ishan Porel and Shakir Habib Gandhi.
India’s recent Test series victory against Bangladesh showcased a dynamic fast-bowling attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah’s innovative slower deliveries and Akash Deep’s precise seam movement. This duo’s success highlights a modern blend of fast bowling, combining unconventional strategies with traditional skills to effectively tackle conditions often favorable to spinners.
Akash Deep, a fast bowler from Varanasi, has risen through the ranks of Indian cricket, captivating the nation with his fiery bowling and unwavering self-belief. His journey, marked by unwavering determination and a thirst for learning, has led him from the small town of Varanasi to donning the Indian colors and sharing the field with legends like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. This article delves into Akash Deep’s inspiring story, chronicling his rise from a young cricketer with dreams of Green Park to a vital cog in India’s Test bowling attack.
Fast bowler Akash Deep continued his impressive form in the Duleep Trophy, claiming a five-wicket haul in the second innings to put India A in a strong position to win the first-round match. His nine-wicket match haul helped bowl out India B for 184 in their second innings, setting India A a target of 275 to win with two sessions remaining on Sunday.
Pace bowler Akash Deep and all-rounder Priyanka Bala have been announced as marquee players for the Siliguri Strikers in the upcoming Bengal Pro T20 League. Deep, who impressed in India’s Test series against England, and Bala, who showcased her talent in the Women’s IPL, bring experience and energy to the team. The league, which features eight franchise teams in both men’s and women’s categories, kicks off on June 11 at the iconic Eden Gardens.
