Akash Deep, the right-arm fast bowler from India, stood out during the second game of the five-game series against England. He played in place of Jasprit Bumrah, who was resting. Akash performed well in the game, taking six wickets in one inning. After the game, Akash told everyone that his older sister has cancer and that his performance was for her.
Saurasish Lahiri, Akash’s former coach, said that Akash found out he was picked for the India team while he was at the hospital with his sister. Lahiri was surprised that Akash didn’t tell him about his sister’s condition.
Lahiri told the Times of India that he was a little bothered that Akash didn’t share this information with him, as they are very close. Lahiri added that Akash mentioned he was having family problems during the IPL season and that he learned about his selection for the England tour while at the hospital with his sister.
Before the England tour, Akash was taking care of his sister in the hospital instead of preparing for international cricket. Despite his personal difficulties, he played well. Even though he was happy to be on the team, he was still very concerned about his sister. After India’s win against England in the second game, Akash spoke about his sister’s illness.