Indian team's fast bowler Akash Deep grabbed everyone's attention with a stellar performance in the Edgbaston Test against England. Akash Deep, who got a chance in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, fully utilized this golden opportunity.
Sports News: Team India's performance has been consistently outstanding in the ongoing Test series between India and England. Especially in the Edgbaston Test match, fast bowler Akash Deep surprised everyone with his bowling. After getting an opportunity in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, Akash proved himself by taking 10 wickets and played a decisive role in India's victory. Now, he has been rewarded for his performance in the latest ICC Test bowling rankings as well, in which he has made a historic jump of 39 places.
Akash Deep's Historic Leap
In the latest Test bowling rankings released by the ICC on July 9, Akash Deep's name is on everyone's lips. Akash Deep, who was not even in the top 100 before, has now jumped directly to the 45th position. His total rating is 452 points, which is the best of his career so far.
This is big news not only for Akash but also for the Indian bowling lineup, as it indicates that India now has another match-winning pacer ready.
Siraj's Shine Too
Mohammad Siraj, who contributed to India's victory by taking 7 wickets in the Edgbaston Test, has also benefited in the rankings. Siraj has jumped 6 places and now occupies the 22nd position. His total rating points have reached 619, and he is consistently improving his performance, becoming a reliable fast bowler for India.
Bumrah Retains Number 1 Crown
Jasprit Bumrah, the biggest star of Indian fast bowling, was rested in the Edgbaston Test, but despite this, he has maintained his position as the number-1 bowler. Bumrah currently has 898 rating points and is the only Indian bowler at the top of the Test bowling rankings. His consistency and fitness make him the most dangerous bowler of the current era.
While fast bowlers benefited in the rankings, Ravindra Jadeja had to suffer a loss of one place. He has now slipped to the 14th position. There has been a slight decline in Jadeja's performance in the last few Test matches, and this is the reason why he has gone out of the top 10.
The Secret of Akash Deep's Success
Talking about Akash Deep's performance, he not only swung the new ball, but also showed control in reverse swing and line-length with the old ball, proving that he is mature for red-ball cricket. The variety in his bowling was no less than that of an experienced international bowler. Taking 10 wickets, and that too against a team like England, this achievement has taken him to new heights in the rankings.
