Akash Deep achieved his first Test fifty, and his partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal ended right before Tea in the first session on Day 3 of the current fifth and final Test. He was dismissed by Jamie Overton, scoring 66 runs from 94 balls.
The nightwatchman celebrated by punching the air while Shubman Gill and the other Indian cricketers applauded him with a standing ovation. Meanwhile, Gautam Gambhir grinned, indicating that he was pleased.
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Jaiswal, Akash Deep put India in strong position
India started the initial session at 75/2 and added 107 runs with nightwatchman Akash Deep who appeared firm before being dismissed. Before Day 3, India’s advantage was 52 runs, and it has reached 166. The collaboration of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Akash Deep helped India get on top in the Test Match.
In a gritty batting display, Akash Deep smashed England bowlers to all sides of the park and steadied the Indian innings with Yashasvi who is looking to bring up his 2nd 100 of the Test series.
Gill, Jaiswal look to strengthen India’s lead after Lunch
With KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsan dismissed, it all hinges on the future of Indian cricket, featuring its top two batters in recent times, as Yashasvi Jaiswal seeks to regain his form following a string of muted performances.
He will be looking to receive strong backing from Shubman Gill, yet to enter, who has had an outstanding series in his initial appearance as captain. Regardless, it will all amount to nothing if the captain cannot guide his team to victory in this Test match
