Akash Deep is potential replacement for Mohammad Shami: Matthew Hayden
1 month ago

Akash Deep is potential replacement for Mohammad Shami: Matthew Hayden

India Today  

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden picked Akash Deep as India's 3rd seamer for the 1st Test between India and Australia for the Border Gavaskar Trophy series. The former player picked Akash Deep as Shami's replacement in the Perth and Adelaide Tests. Shami named in SMAT squad for Bengal: Read here "Amongst the three seamers, Hashit Rana, Akash Deep, and Prasidh Krishna. A like for like, I know Prasidh Krishna did pretty well in the unofficial test matches, but Akash Deep, for me, is probably the nearest replacement to a Mohammad Shami type role, potentially even a little bit taller as well.

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‘When you save a Test from that position, it gives everyone confidence’: Akash Deep on Gabba Test, partnership with Bumrah
Top News
2 days, 13 hours ago

‘When you save a Test from that position, it gives everyone confidence’: Akash Deep on Gabba Test, partnership with Bumrah

The Hindu  

A massive 9417 km split Bihar’s Dehri from Melbourne. If Rohit Sharma’s men are placed at 1-1 in the current Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, a large credit is due to the way Akash performed at the Gabba. That makes me feel good and proud.” Talk veered towards his 47-run last-wicket partnership with Bumrah at the Gabba, and he responded: “Honestly, when …

AUS vs IND: We feel we can bowl a lot fuller, says Indian pacer Akash Deep
2 days, 13 hours ago

AUS vs IND: We feel we can bowl a lot fuller, says Indian pacer Akash Deep

The Hindu  

A massive 9417 kilometres split Bihar’s Dehri from Melbourne. If Rohit Sharma’s men are placed at 1-1 in the current Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, a large credit is due to the way Akash performed at the Gabba. That makes me feel good and proud.” Talk veered towards his 47-run last-wicket partnership with Bumrah at the Gabba, and he responded: “Honestly, when …

Jasprit Bumrah’s advice: Akash Deep praises India’s master pacer after batting heroics in Gabba Test
2 days, 13 hours ago

Jasprit Bumrah’s advice: Akash Deep praises India’s master pacer after batting heroics in Gabba Test

Live Mint  

India’s fast bowler Akash Deep became a hero in the 3rd Test match at the Gabba. With India on the brink of a follow-on, Akash Deepand Jasprit Bumrah delivered a crucial last-wicket partnership that helped the team secure a draw and maintain the series scoreline at 1-1. Speaking to reporters at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Akash Deep revealed that his …

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma, Akash Deep suffer injury scare ahead of Boxing Day Test
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2 days, 15 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma, Akash Deep suffer injury scare ahead of Boxing Day Test

The Hindu  

A couple of false alarms rang through the Indian team nets session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on Sunday. Rohit Sharma and Akash Deep were both struck on their limbs while countering throwdowns in the outdoor practice arena. While Rohit dealt with a sore left knee and iced it for a while, Akash was hit on his hand but …

Disciplined Akash Deep credits Rohit-Kohli for massive growth-curve in Australia
2 days, 20 hours ago

Disciplined Akash Deep credits Rohit-Kohli for massive growth-curve in Australia

India Today  

India seamer Akash Deep made a stunning overseas debut in the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Brisbane. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Speaking to the press after the nets in Melbourne, Akash Deep explained how senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli helped the young India pacers prepare for their first tour of Australia. Akash Deep said that …

Bumrah-Akashdeep's match-saving partnership reminds Ravi Shastri of Lords 2021
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4 days, 20 hours ago

Bumrah-Akashdeep's match-saving partnership reminds Ravi Shastri of Lords 2021

India Today  

Former India cricketer Ravi Shastri reflected on India's draw vs Australia in the 3rd Test at The Gabba, Brisbane. The match-saving partnership between Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah reminded Shastri of the Lords 2021 match. In that contest, Bumrah paired alongside Mohammed Shami to share an unbeaten stand of 89 runs, which remains India's highest 9th wicket partnership in Tests. …

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Australia Break Bumrah-Akash Stand Early On Day 5, Bowl India Out For 260 At The Gabba
6 days, 19 hours ago

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Australia Break Bumrah-Akash Stand Early On Day 5, Bowl India Out For 260 At The Gabba

ABP News  

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Australia bowled India out for 260 in the second innings of the ongoing India vs Australia 3rd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 on December 18 at The Gabba, Brisbane. However, India's last-wicket stand of Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah added 47 runs to India's total tally of 260 runs and helped the visitors avoid …

Watch: Akash Deep's innocent banter with Travis Head in Gabba Test sparks tension
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6 days, 20 hours ago

Watch: Akash Deep's innocent banter with Travis Head in Gabba Test sparks tension

India Today  

India pacer Akash Deep and Australia's Travis Head shared a subtle but tense exchange on Day 5 of the Brisbane Test, adding another layer to an already dramatic Test match at the iconic Gabba stadium. The moment unfolded during a seemingly ordinary game but reflected the underlying tension between the two sides, particluarly after Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah's last …

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Akash Deep smacks Pat Cummins for a six with Virat Kohli’s bat; netizens can’t keep calm
1 week ago

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Akash Deep smacks Pat Cummins for a six with Virat Kohli’s bat; netizens can’t keep calm

Live Mint  

Akash Deep used a bat gifted to him by Virat Kohli to clobber Pat Cummins for a huge six on Day 4 of the ongoing third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane on Tuesday, sending the internet into a frenzy —much like the Indian players' celebrated in the dressing room. Playing the most significant innings in his short international career, …

Magical Stuff From Bumrah, Akash! India Accomplish Mission 'Avoid Follow-On' In Gabba Test
1 week ago

Magical Stuff From Bumrah, Akash! India Accomplish Mission 'Avoid Follow-On' In Gabba Test

ABP News  

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: The Day 4 of the 3rd Test between India and Australia ends in huge drama, as Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep show great fight, with umpires calling for early Stumps due to bad light. A fighting day with the bat 👏👏#TeamIndia move to 252/9, trail by 193 runs A gripping Day 5 of Test cricket …

Akash Deep’s monstrous six leaves Virat Kohli awestruck at Gabba after India avoid follow-on against Australia: Watch
1 week ago

Akash Deep’s monstrous six leaves Virat Kohli awestruck at Gabba after India avoid follow-on against Australia: Watch

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli was left awestruck and immensely elated after Akash Deep smacked Pat Cummins for a monstrous six in the final over of Day 4's play in the ongoing third Test match at the Gabba in Brisbane on Tuesday. With both Rahul and Jadeja departing at 84 and 77, respectively, the last pair of Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah were …

AUS vs IND: Jasprit Bumrah turns Gabba batting hero, day after banter with reporter
1 week ago

AUS vs IND: Jasprit Bumrah turns Gabba batting hero, day after banter with reporter

India Today  

Jasprit Bumrah is a proud cricketer. Bumrah played the perfect supporting role to Akash Deep, who bravely threw his bat around to add crucial runs to India's tally. When Pat Cummins attempted to target his helmet with a steep bouncer, Bumrah responded with a pull shot that would have made Ricky Ponting proud, dispatching the ball into the deep fine-leg …

Watch: Rohit Sharma loses his cool after Akash Deep's wide delivery in Brisbane Test
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1 week, 1 day ago

Watch: Rohit Sharma loses his cool after Akash Deep's wide delivery in Brisbane Test

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma continued to appear frustrated in the middle on Day 3 of the third Test between India and Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane. Akash Deep bowled an extremely wide delivery outside the off-stump when Alex Carey was trying to cut loose in the 114th over of the innings. AUS vs IND, 3rd Test Day 3 Highlights Rohit …

One man army Bumrah: Fans hail pacer's five-wicket haul in Brisbane Test vs AUS
1 week, 2 days ago

One man army Bumrah: Fans hail pacer's five-wicket haul in Brisbane Test vs AUS

India Today  

Jasprit Bumrah once again showcased his brilliance, completing a five-wicket haul on Day 2 of the Brisbane Test against Australia, as he carried the bulk of India’s wicket-taking responsibilities. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 2 Live The 241-run stand between Head and Smith put the Indian bowling unit under immense pressure. Bumrah capped off his day with the wicket …

IND vs AUS: Why India chose Jadeja and Akash Deep over Ashwin and Harshit Rana
1 week, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Why India chose Jadeja and Akash Deep over Ashwin and Harshit Rana

Firstpost  

India captain Rohit Sharma decided to make two changes to the playing X after losing the Adelaide Test as Ravindra Jadeja and Akash Deep were called up for Ravichandran Ashwin and Harshit Rana for the third Test against Australia. We’ve made two changes, Jadeja and Akash back in place of Ashwin and Harshit.” Why India picked Jadeja and Akash Deep …

‘Three spinners in three Tests’: India's XI ‘surprises’ former cricketers as Jadeja, Akash Deep replace Ashwin, Rana
1 week, 3 days ago

‘Three spinners in three Tests’: India's XI ‘surprises’ former cricketers as Jadeja, Akash Deep replace Ashwin, Rana

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl in the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. India brought in Ravindra Jadeja and Akash Deep into the XI in place of Ravichandran Ashwin and Harshit Rana. Ravindra Jadeja came into the XI for the third Test Both Jadeja and Akash Deep …

Rohit Sharma to open, Akash Deep replaces Harshit Rana; India's predicted playing XI for 3rd Test vs Australia
Top News
1 week, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma to open, Akash Deep replaces Harshit Rana; India's predicted playing XI for 3rd Test vs Australia

India TV News  

Australia announced a strong playing eleven for the third Test match against India on Friday with Josh Hazlewood replacing Scott Boland in an only change. In pace attack, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Nitish Reddy are set to feature in the team but Harshit Rana is likely to get replaced by Akash Deep. India's predicted playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit …

India predicted XI for 3rd Test vs Australia: Will Harshit make way for Akash Deep?
1 week, 4 days ago

India predicted XI for 3rd Test vs Australia: Will Harshit make way for Akash Deep?

India Today  

Team India are set for a stern examination as the tourists take on an Australian side determined to reclaim dominance on a fiery Gabba track in the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar series, starting Saturday. Batters like Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill have been working extensively, signalling their intent to counter Australia's pace attack led by Pat Cummins and the …

Kohli pumps up Team India before Brisbane Test with his passionate pep talk
1 week, 5 days ago

Kohli pumps up Team India before Brisbane Test with his passionate pep talk

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India talisman batter Virat Kohli stole the limelight as he addressed his teammates during a training session at Brisbane on Thursday. Going into the important third Test after a crushing 10-wicket defeat in the Adelaide game, King Kohli decided to step in, to motivate and inspire the young side with his words of wisdom. Indian young speedster Akash Deep, …

‘Not at the expense of Rana’: Gambhir, Rohit get unexpected message for changes in India's XI for 3rd Test vs Australia
Top News
1 week, 6 days ago

‘Not at the expense of Rana’: Gambhir, Rohit get unexpected message for changes in India's XI for 3rd Test vs Australia

Hindustan Times  

The Adelaide defeat has landed India in a spot of bother. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Rohit Sharma now have to get back to the drawing board to get their plans right for the third Test in Brisbane. After the underwhelming show in Adelaide, some have started questioning Rana's place in the XI, with Akash Deep waiting in the …

AUS vs IND: 'Akash Deep in, Harshit Rana out for Brisbane Test' says Manjrekar
2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: 'Akash Deep in, Harshit Rana out for Brisbane Test' says Manjrekar

India Today  

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has suggested that India might consider replacing Harshit Rana with Akash Deep for the upcoming third Test against Australia in Brisbane. Highlighting India’s over-reliance on star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, Manjrekar believes that adding Akash Deep could provide much-needed support to India’s bowling attack, especially if the Gabba pitch conditions favor his style. Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, …

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma provides major update on Mohammed Shami’s return to Test cricket; ‘Door is open but…’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma provides major update on Mohammed Shami’s return to Test cricket; ‘Door is open but…’

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma led team India faced a crushing defeat against Australia during the 2nd Test match at Adelaide. However, Harshit Rana who is playing as the third pacer for India in the series, remained ineffective during the Adelaide Test as Aussie batters took him to the cleaners. Rana's drubbing in Adelaide has once again prompted questions about when veteran Indian …

Jasprit Bumrah faces injury scare: Should India rush in Shami for Brisbane Test?
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah faces injury scare: Should India rush in Shami for Brisbane Test?

India Today  

Before the Test series against Australia started, it was known that Jasprit Bumrah would need to be on top of his game for India to win. He will complete the Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 assignment and then leave," a source said, adding that Shami’s “fitness certificate” from the NCA will also come soon. ‘Difficult for Shami’ After the end of …

Akash Deep or Harshit Rana in pink ball Test: Shastri leans towards Bengal pacer
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Akash Deep or Harshit Rana in pink ball Test: Shastri leans towards Bengal pacer

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that Indian team management should keep Akash Deep in the mix for the pink ball Test match. The former coach, under whom India won two Test series against Australia Down Under, said that the pink ball tended to seam more than the red ball, and India might think of handing Akash Deep a …

"Akash Deep closest to Shami's role": Matthew Hayden ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 month ago

"Akash Deep closest to Shami's role": Matthew Hayden ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy draws closer, former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has shared his insights on India's bowling options during a select media interaction organized by Channel 7. "Akash Deep closest to Shami's role": Matthew Hayden ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Hayden praised Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna for his performance in a recent unofficial Test match against Australia …

India Makes Dramatic Three Changes Ahead of New Zealand Test
2 months ago

India Makes Dramatic Three Changes Ahead of New Zealand Test

The Hindu  

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar expresses concern over India's decision to include Washington Sundar in the playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand. He believes that the team may have panicked by making three changes to the squad, with Kuldeep Yadav being replaced by Washington Sundar. Gavaskar suggests that India should have picked Kuldeep Yadav, who can also turn the …

Team India star's honest take on Border-Gavaskar Trophy selection after 1st Test vs BAN: 'Things are different here'
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Team India star's honest take on Border-Gavaskar Trophy selection after 1st Test vs BAN: 'Things are different here'

Hindustan Times  

India pacer Akash Deep made his Test debut earlier this year during the series against England, where his strong performances quickly turned heads. Akash Deep made an impression yet again, as he emerged a key part of the bowling attack in the Chennai Test, taking two crucial wickets in the first innings. Akash Deep celebrates with teammates after taking the …

Akash Deep ticks all boxes as India’s support pace cast
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Akash Deep ticks all boxes as India’s support pace cast

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: With a tough Australia cricket tour ahead, a major focus ahead of the upcoming Test season for India is the support for pace spearheads Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami. India A bowler Akash Deep celebrates after taking the wicket of India B captain Abhimanyu Easwaran in Duleep Trophy. Akash Deep started the new season impressively last week in Duleep …

‘It was his dream that his son does something in life’: Akash Deep dedicates sensational spell on Test debut to late father
10 months ago

‘It was his dream that his son does something in life’: Akash Deep dedicates sensational spell on Test debut to late father

Firstpost  

Akash was handed his maiden cap on Day 1 of the fourth Test against England, replacing Jasprit Bumrah in the XI, and got international career off to a flying start by dismissing the English top three in the morning session India pacer Akash Deep celebrates after dismissing Ben Duckett to collect his maiden international wicket on Day 1 of the …

Akash Deep makes his Test debut in style
10 months ago

Akash Deep makes his Test debut in style

Hindustan Times  

It’s the entrance that will live on. Chest out, veins popping, darting in to bang the shiny red ball as hard as he possibly could, Akash Deep didn’t waste a second to be on the money. India's Akash Deep and skipper Rohit Sharma celebrate the wicket of England's Ben Duckett on Day 1 of the 4th Test Anticlimaxes like this …

Akash Deep reveals Bumrah advice after dream debut, talks about no-ball heartbreak
10 months ago

Akash Deep reveals Bumrah advice after dream debut, talks about no-ball heartbreak

Firstpost  

At the end of the first day’s play at Ranchi, Akash Deep revealed that there were no early jitters and that he was helped by Jasprit Bumrah’s suggestion to pull his length back. BCCI image Akash Deep credited Jasprit Bumrah for his advice as the Bengal pacer made a dream debut for India on Friday in the fourth Test against …

Rahul Dravid remembers Akash Deep's father while handing India debut cap; Anil Kumble praises debutant
10 months ago

Rahul Dravid remembers Akash Deep's father while handing India debut cap; Anil Kumble praises debutant

Firstpost  

Akash Deep received his maiden cap from India head coach Rahul Dravid at Ranchi’s JSCA Stadium on Friday and would go on to dismiss the English top three to get his career off to a rollicking start. Bihar-born Bengal pacer Akash Deep receives his maiden cap from India head coach Rahul Dravid ahead of the fourth Test against England in …

Akash Deep reveals Jasprit Bumrah's advice after impressive debut in Ranchi Test
10 months ago

Akash Deep reveals Jasprit Bumrah's advice after impressive debut in Ranchi Test

India TV News  

England produced a sensational comeback after early collapse on Day 1 of the fourth Test match against India in Ranchi on Friday. Jasprit Bumrah was given the rest due to workload management, which paved the way for fast bowler Akash Deep who impressed everyone with a successful debut in international cricket. Deep shared his feelings during the post-match interview with …

Akash Deep likely to make Test debut vs England in Ranchi: Why he is better fit to replace Bumrah than Mukesh Kumar
10 months ago

Akash Deep likely to make Test debut vs England in Ranchi: Why he is better fit to replace Bumrah than Mukesh Kumar

Hindustan Times  

The rumours became official on late Tuesday night when BCCI announced that Jasprit Bumrah has been released from the India squad for the fourth Test against England. Akash Deep is likely to make debut appearance for India in 4th Test against England The call left India with two options to pick from as the second seamer to Mohammed Siraj - …

Akash Deep didn't expect maiden Test call-up in England series
10 months, 1 week ago

Akash Deep didn't expect maiden Test call-up in England series

India TV News  

Bengal pacer Akash Deep has admitted that he wasn't expecting a Test call-up so soon. "I was hopeful that in the near future I might get a Test call-up if I keep performing but I didn't expect that it would come by the third match itself," Akash said while speaking to the PTI. Moreover, Akash Deep also played for India …

Who Is Akash Deep? RCB Pacer Receives Maiden India Call-Up For IND vs ENG Tests
10 months, 1 week ago

Who Is Akash Deep? RCB Pacer Receives Maiden India Call-Up For IND vs ENG Tests

ABP News  

Bengal pacer Akash Deep earned his maiden call-up to the Indian Test team as the Board of Control for Cricket in India recently unveiled the squad for the remaining three matches of IND vs ENG Test series. At 27 years old, Akash Deep stands as the only fresh face in the Indian squad following the first two Tests, replacing Avesh …

IND vs ENG Tests | It’s every cricketer’s dream to play for the country, says Akash Deep
10 months, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG Tests | It’s every cricketer’s dream to play for the country, says Akash Deep

The Hindu  

Akash Deep was on the field playing against Kerala when news filtered through in the Bengal dressing room that the speedster has been selected to the Indian team for the remaining three Tests against England. Bengal coach Laxmi Rattan Shukla took a casual stroll along the boundary line and broke the news to Akash Deep who was fielding in the …

Akash Deep says he ‘was expecting’ maiden India Test call-up vs England
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Akash Deep says he ‘was expecting’ maiden India Test call-up vs England

The Hindu  

Akash Deep was on the field playing against Kerala when news filtered through in the Bengal dressing room that the speedster has been selected in the Indian team for the remaining three Tests against England. Akash was on the radar of the selectors after his good performance for India ‘A’ against England Lions in the unofficial Test. I have been …

Who is Akash Deep? Bengal pacer receives maiden India call-up for England Tests; Avesh Khan released to play Ranji
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Who is Akash Deep? Bengal pacer receives maiden India call-up for England Tests; Avesh Khan released to play Ranji

Hindustan Times  

The BCCI announced Team India's squad for the remaining three Tests of the series against England, with Bengal pacer Akash Deep earning a spot to face Ben Stokes' men. With 103 wickets in 29 first-class matches that included two Ranji Trophy finals, Akash Deep has emerged as a reliable and skilful bowler. Avesh Khan released The Madhya Pradesh pacer had …

India vs South Africa: Avesh Khan replaces Mohammed Shami in Test squad
11 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs South Africa: Avesh Khan replaces Mohammed Shami in Test squad

Firstpost  

Avesh Khan has been named as Mohammed Shami’s replacement for the second Test between India and South Africa. Shami for the second Test against South Africa to be played from 3rd-7th January 2024 in Cape Town,” said a release by the BCCI. Uncapped Avesh Khan is already in South Africa, staying back to represent India A after playing three ODIs …

‘Won't call Shami a perfect replacement of Bumrah in India's T20 World Cup squad...': Suresh Raina
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Won't call Shami a perfect replacement of Bumrah in India's T20 World Cup squad...': Suresh Raina

Hindustan Times  

Mohammed Shami perhaps bowled the most comforting, reassuring six balls by any India pacer in recent times in the T20 World Cup warm-up match against Australia in Brisbane on Monday. Indian players Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami and others following their win in the ICC T20 World Cup warm-up cricket match against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. Of course, the …

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