Watch: Akash Deep gets royal welcome after historic triumph in England
Lucknow Super Giants posted a heartwarming video on X showing Akash Deep's return home after India's thrilling 2-2 series draw in England. Riding in an open jeep, the fast bowler was greeted like a local hero, with garlands placed around his neck and flowers showered on him by cheering crowds lining the streets.
The celebration reflected the pride of a community welcoming back one of its own after a career-defining performance.
Akash's journey in the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy was nothing short of remarkable. Missing the series opener, he made an instant impact in Birmingham by taking a 10-wicket haul in his first match of the tour, turning the momentum in India's favour.
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He finished the series with 13 wickets, consistently providing early breakthroughs and troubling England's top order. His pace and precision, particularly when paired with
Mohammed Siraj
, became a crucial weapon for India.
But it was not just his bowling that made headlines. At The Oval in the decisive fifth Test, Akash stepped up with the bat when promoted as a nightwatchman. His maiden Test half-century, a composed 66 off 94 balls, featured a vital 131-run stand with
Yashasvi Jaiswal
. That knock gave India the cushion they needed to clinch a six-run victory in one of the most dramatic finishes in recent history.
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Akash credited coach
Gautam Gambhir
for helping him realise his potential and perform under pressure. His homecoming scenes showed just how much his achievement meant to fans – a celebration of grit, self-belief and a player who has truly arrived on the big stage.
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