Indian Premier League
Akash Deep started his IPL career in 2022 with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). He debuted against Punjab Kings in March 2022. Since then, he has played for RCB and gradually improved his performance. Here is a summary of his IPL appearances:
Year | Match Date | Opponent | Team | Position |
2022 | 27-Mar-2022 | Punjab Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2022 | 30-Mar-2022 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2022 | 05-Apr-2022 | Rajasthan Royals | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2022 | 09-Apr-2022 | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2022 | 12-Apr-2022 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2023 | 02-Apr-2023 | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2023 | 06-Apr-2023 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bowler |
2024 | 11-Apr-2024 | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Bowler |
In IPL 2025, Akash Deep joined the Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 8 Crore at the auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He has impressed with his domestic form and is set to play as a fast bowler for the team. This move marks a new chapter in his IPL career.
Domestic Career
Akash Deep started his domestic career in the 2018-19 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, playing for Bengal against Maharashtra. He scored 13 runs off 11 balls and took two wickets at an economy rate of 5.25.
In the 2019-20 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Akash played his first List-A match for Bengal against Gujarat. He took two wickets, but Bengal lost by 38 runs.
Later in the 2019-20 season, he debuted in the Ranji Trophy for Bengal against Andhra Pradesh. In his first innings, he took three wickets. His best performance came in January 2020 when he took 6 wickets for 60 runs against Gujarat.
Records and Achievements
Akash Deep has earned several important awards and set notable records in his cricket career. His strong performances have gained attention in both domestic and international cricket.
Awards:
- In 2023, Akash Deep was named "Player of the Match" for his great performance against Haryana in the Ranji Trophy.
- In February 2024, he got his first Test call-up for the last three matches of the home series against England. This was after his good performances for Bengal and India A.
- Akash took 89 wickets in 39 innings over three seasons of the Ranji Trophy, averaging 21.2 wickets per match.
Akash Deep's stats highlight his impressive performance in domestic cricket, with notable achievements.
Records:
- Highest batting score: 31, achieved in a match against Australia on December 26, 2024.
- Second-highest batting score: 27, achieved in the third Test against Australia in Brisbane on December 17, 2024.
- Best bowling figures: 3/63, achieved in a match against Australia on December 26, 2024.
- Akash won a gold medal at the 2022 Asian Games while playing for India.
Personal life
Akash Deep’s path in cricket has not been easy, but his dedication has led him to success.
Early Life and Family
Akash’s father, Ramji Singh, worked as a school teacher in Sasaram, Bihar. Akash loved cricket, but his choice was not supported by his family and the people around him. At that time, there were not many chances for young cricketers in Bihar due to the suspension of the Bihar Cricket Association. Akash was one of the few who continued to pursue cricket despite the lack of support.
His father wanted him to focus on exams for a government job, but Akash chose cricket. Tragically, his father and older brother died within six months. This left Akash responsible for taking care of his mother and two sisters.
Financial Status
As of 2024, Akash Deep’s net worth is around ₹52.75 lakh. This comes from his cricket contracts and his IPL salary.
Cars and House
Akash Deep owns a BMW X3, valued at ₹60 lakh, and a Toyota Fortuner worth ₹35 lakh. He lives in a luxurious house in Bihar, estimated at ₹2 crore. The house is big and has modern amenities.
Family and Relationships
Akash Deep is not married and has not shared any details about his relationships. He is focused on his cricket career as of 2024.
Scandals
In February 2024, Akash Deep was involved in a controversial moment in the fourth Test match against England in Ranchi. He dismissed Zak Crawley early, but the third umpire called it a "no-ball" and stopped his celebration. Later, Akash took the wickets of Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope.
Another incident happened during the 2020 Ranji Trophy final. Akash missed a direct throw from Jaydev Unadkat, but his foot was on the line. He did not try to get back to his crease, which led to his dismissal.
Fans
Akash Deep is gaining a fan following. His debut for India in February 2024 against England was praised, and many shared their excitement on social media. He took three top-order wickets on his Test debut, which impressed many.
He has around 400K followers on Instagram, where he shares updates on his cricket career and personal life.
