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[Watch] Rohit Sharma's Masterclass Helps Akash Deep Strike Gold On Debut; Ollie Pope Departs

Muskaan Bhatt

image-lsy7gh22Akash Deep picked up a crucial wicket for India (AP)

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In a moment of sheer brilliance, debutant Akash Deep claimed the prized scalp of England's Ollie Pope during the ongoing fourth Test match at Ranchi. With the match finely poised, Deep's delivery in the 9th over proved to be a game-changer.

Deploying his skills tactfully, Deep angled the ball in towards the stumps from a wider position on the crease. Pope, eager to assert himself, ventured down the wicket, aiming to flick the ball. However, he misjudged the line and missed, resulting in the ball striking his front pad. A resounding appeal followed from Deep and the slip cordon, but the on-field umpire remained unmoved.

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Rohit Sharma, displaying astute captaincy, opted for the review after a discussion with his teammates. The replays confirmed what the Indian camp suspected - no bat involved. As the ball tracking displayed three reds, confirming the impact in line with the stumps, jubilation erupted in the Indian camp.

For Akash Deep, a newcomer to the Test arena, this wicket marked a significant milestone. His maiden morning in Test cricket became even more memorable with this crucial breakthrough. The precision and confidence displayed by Deep underscored his potential as a formidable bowler on the international stage.

As the Ranchi Test continues, Akash Deep's debut performance promises to be one for the annals of Indian cricket history. At the time of writing, he has picked up another wicket by dismissing Zak Crawley. At the time of writing, England stands at 67/3.