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Akash Deep’s Heartwarming Gesture for Thirsty Fan Wins Hearts at Dharamsala Test

During the recently concluded fifth and final Test match between India and England at the HPCA International Stadium in Dharamsala, pacer Akash Deep captured attention with a heartwarming gesture towards a thirsty fan.

In a viral video, two fans can be heard requesting Akash for a bottle of water. After a moment of hesitation, the pacer decided to throw a bottle into the crowd, much to the delight of the fans. This incident occurred on the second day of the game.

Akash’s gesture received widespread applause from fans and commentators alike. It showcased his compassion and willingness to go the extra mile for his supporters. The video of the incident has been widely shared on social media, garnering praise for the young pacer.

India Dominates England in Dharamsala Test

In the match itself, India emerged victorious by an innings and 64 runs, claiming the series 4-1. Ravichandran Ashwin was the star performer, picking up a match haul of nine wickets. The veteran spinner added five wickets in the second innings to his tally of four in the first, ensuring a memorable 100th Test appearance.

England’s batters struggled throughout the match, failing to cope with the Indian bowling attack. They were bowled out for 218 and 195 in their two innings, while India posted a formidable 477 on the same track.

Openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill scored centuries, while debutant Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sarfaraz Khan all contributed fifties. England’s only bright spot was veteran seamer James Anderson, who became the first fast bowler in cricket history to claim 700 Test wickets.