India pacer Akash Deep took to social media on Saturday, January 18, to share pictures from his visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. The 28-year-old was part of India’s squad for the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Australia.
The right-arm fast bowler featured in two matches (the third and fourth Tests) during the series, claiming five wickets. However, he missed the fifth and final Test in Sydney due to a back injury. India, unfortunately, lost the series 3-1, marking their first defeat in the BGT in a decade.
On Instagram, the Bengal cricketer posted pictures from his visit to the iconic temple, accompanied by a caption:
“Grateful for every blessing that comes my way. Seeking the blessing of Kashi Vishwanath ji. Har Har Mahadev.”
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“I’ve been advised to rest for 15 days” – Akash Deep shares an update on his injury
Akash Deep missed the fifth Test of the 2024-25 BGT due to a back strain. Sharing an update on his recovery, the 28-year-old fast bowler stated [as quoted by Hindustan Times]:
“All good. My recovery is on course and since I had been playing non-stop cricket for a considerable period of time, I was advised to off-load (complete rest) for 15 days. I am following the advice of NCA and once they instruct me to start bowling, I will do so.”
Meanwhile, speaking about his bowling strategy, the pacer said:
“My endeavour was to maintain discipline, bowl in good areas, and wait for the batter to make a mistake…doesn’t matter if the ball is new, semi-new, or old. I would be given a brief that in case I am not getting wickets, I should do the holding job at one end, slow down the game, and run-flow so that things are under control.”
Akash Deep is expected to play a key role later this year when India travels to England for a five-match Test series.
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