Every cricketer dreams of representing their country, and when they get the opportunity, they can’t contain their emotions. Something similar happened with Akash Deep, who made his Test debut for India. When the team’s coach Rahul Dravid handed him the Test cap on Friday, Akash Deep went straight outside the field to his mother. He touched her feet seeking blessings.
Emotional Scenes Unfold as Akash Deep’s Family Mirrors Sarfaraz Khan’s Tearful Moment in Rajkot
During this moment, his family present there seemed deeply emotional. It was reminiscent of the scene a few days ago in Rajkot when Sarfaraz Khan’s family was seen with teary eyes. His mother also embraced him and blessed him by placing her hand on his head. She was too overwhelmed to say anything as tears filled her eyes. Akash Deep’s journey to the Indian team has not been easy.
There was a time when he distanced himself from cricket to run his household. Hailing from Sasaram, Bihar, Akash Deep had a strong inclination towards cricket. However, his father Ramji Singh didn’t approve of it.
From Family Tragedy to Cricket Comeback amid Financial Struggles
After the demise of his father and then his elder brother just two months later, Akash Deep found himself in a difficult financial situation. It was during this period that he left cricket to find a job. He went to Durgapur under the guise of finding employment and started training in a cricket academy there. However, during this time, his father passed away. Just two months later, his elder brother also died.
These two incidents plunged the family into financial turmoil, and all responsibilities fell on Akash Deep’s shoulders. He gave up playing cricket for three years and took full responsibility for running the household. After some time, Akash Deep resumed playing cricket.
The setbacks in his life only fueled his determination to succeed in cricket. He worked hard, overcame obstacles, and eventually made his way into the Indian cricket team. Akash Deep’s story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
His journey serves as an inspiration to many aspiring cricketers who may be facing similar challenges. Akash Deep’s perseverance and dedication have finally paid off, and he is now ready to make the most of his opportunity to represent his country at the highest level of cricket.