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Akash Deep played a handy 43-run knock for India A in the fourth innings of their Duleep Trophy 2024 opener against Team B at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The fast bowler hit four sixes and three fours during his stay at the crease.
However, Team A ultimately lost the contest, suffering a 76-run defeat. Taking to his official Instagram handle on Tuesday, September 10, Akash Deep shared videos of some of his boundaries from the match.
The post featured videos of him hitting Team B pacer Mukesh Kumar for a four and a six during the encounter. Commenting on the post, Mukesh cheekily asked Akash Deep to share the video of his dismal as well.
It is worth mentioning that Akash Deep scored 11 runs in Team A's first innings before losing his wicket to Mukesh. He impressed many with his bowling exploits in the fixture, claiming nine wickets across two innings.
"He will be as quick as Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami, hitting high 140s" - Sourav Ganguly on Akash Deep
Sourav Ganguly reserved high praise for Bengal's Akash Deep. He suggested the 27-year-old is capable of bowling in the high 140s, similar to Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami.
Ganguly pointed out how Akash Deep has been a consistent performer for Bengal in domestic cricket. Predicting a bright future for the fast bowler, here's the former India captain said during an event in Kolkata (via PTI):
"Akash Deep is an outstanding young fast bowler. He runs in, bowls quick, and will bowl for long periods. He is fit, I've seen him play for Bengal over a long period of time, taking wickets. He will be as quick as Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami, hitting high 140s. He is one to watch out for."
Akash Deep has featured in one Test for India in his career. He claimed three wickets in his debut outing against England in Rachi. The seamer is part of India's squad for the upcoming Test series opener against Bangladesh, beginning September 19 in Chennai.
