Akash Deep – Player Profile | IPL 2025

Akash Deep is a promising Indian fast bowler known for his pace, accuracy, and ability to generate swing. In IPL 2025, he is playing for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and is expected to strengthen their bowling attack. With prior IPL experience, he aims to make a significant impact for LSG this season.

Personal Details of Akash Deep

Early Life & Domestic Career

Akash Deep represents Bengal in domestic cricket and has been a standout performer in Ranji Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His impressive performances in domestic tournaments earned him an IPL contract, and he has been steadily gaining experience in the league.

Akash Deep IPL Debut Details

• Date: April 6, 2022
• Match: Match 9, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
• Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
• Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
• Opponent: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
• Performance:
  • Bowling: 3 wickets for 45 runs in 4 overs (3/45)
    • Wickets: Sam Billings (14), Andre Russell (0), and Sunil Narine (12)
    • Economy: 11.25
  • Batting: Did not bat
• Result: RCB won by 3 wickets (KKR: 128 all out in 18.5 overs; RCB: 132/7 in 19.2 overs)
• Context: Akash Deep was signed by RCB for ₹20 lakh in the IPL 2022 auction after joining as a net bowler in 2021. His debut showcased his pace and ability to swing the ball, making an immediate impact by dismissing key KKR batsmen.

Akash Deep International Debut Details (Test)

• Date: February 23, 2024
• Match: India vs England, 4th Test, England tour of India
• Venue: JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, Jharkhand
• Team: India
• Opponent: England
• Performance:
  • Bowling:
    • 1st Innings: 3 wickets for 83 runs in 19 overs (3/83)
      • Wickets: Zak Crawley (42), Ben Duckett (11), Ollie Pope (0)
      • Economy: 4.36
    • 2nd Innings: Did not bowl (England batted only 35 overs)
  • Batting: Did not bat (India declared at 307/10 and 192/5)
• Result: India won by 5 wickets (England: 353 & 145; India: 307 & 192/5)
• Context: Akash Deep received his Test cap from coach Rahul Dravid, replacing Jasprit Bumrah (rested). His fiery opening spell ripped through England’s top order on Day 1, marking a dream debut. Hailing from Bihar and playing for Bengal domestically, this was a significant moment, especially as it occurred 200 km from his hometown of Baddi.

IPL Journey with Lucknow Super Giants

After playing for different franchises in previous seasons, Akash Deep joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for IPL 2025. His ability to deliver breakthroughs with the new ball and control the run flow in death overs makes him a crucial asset for the team.

IPL Bowling Stats (Career & Year-Wise)

(Stats will be updated as the 2025 season progresses.)iplt20

Akash Deep is a talented bowler with raw pace and the ability to strike at crucial moments. His performances in IPL 2025 with Lucknow Super Giants will be closely watched as he aims to leave a mark in the tournament. If he continues to improve, he could become a regular feature in the IPL and even push for a spot in the Indian national team.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL 2025 Squad

Retained Players (Pre-Auction)

1. Nicholas Pooran (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹21 crore
   • Retained as a key overseas batter and finisher.
2. Ravi Bishnoi (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
   • Leg-spinner, retained for his consistency.
3. Mayank Yadav (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
   • Young pace sensation, known for express speed.
4. Mohsin Khan (Bowler) – ₹4 crore
   • Uncapped left-arm pacer, retained for potential.
5. Ayush Badoni (Batter) – ₹4 crore
   • Uncapped all-round talent, a rising star.

Players Bought at IPL 2025 Auction

6. Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper-Batter, Captain) – ₹27 crore
   • Record-breaking buy, most expensive player in IPL history.
7. David Miller (Batter) – ₹7.5 crore
   • South African middle-order powerhouse.
8. Aiden Markram (Batter) – ₹2 crore
   • Versatile South African batter with leadership experience.
9. Mitchell Marsh (Allrounder) – ₹3.4 crore
   • Australian allrounder, adds batting and bowling depth.
10. Avesh Khan (Bowler) – ₹9.75 crore
    • Experienced Indian pacer, strengthens the pace attack.
11. Abdul Samad (Batter) – ₹4.2 crore
    • Dynamic middle-order batter with big-hitting ability.
12. Aryan Juyal (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped keeper, backup option.
13. Akash Deep (Bowler) – ₹8 crore
    • Indian pacer, adds variety to the bowling lineup.
14. Himmat Singh (Batter) – ₹80 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian batter, domestic standout.
15. Manimaran Siddharth (Bowler) – ₹2.4 crore
    • Left-arm spinner, uncapped talent.
16. Digvesh Rathi (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian bowler, squad depth.
17. Shahbaz Ahmed (Allrounder) – ₹2.4 crore
    • Left-arm spinning allrounder, utility player.
18. Akash Singh (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped left-arm pacer.
19. Shamar Joseph (Bowler) – ₹3 crore
    • West Indian pacer, acquired via Right-to-Match (RTM) card.
20. Prince Yadav (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian bowler, emerging talent.
21. Yuvraj Chaudhary (Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian batter, future prospect.
22. Rajvardhan Hangargekar (Allrounder) – ₹1 crore
    • Uncapped Indian pace-bowling allrounder.
23. Arshin Kulkarni (Allrounder) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian allrounder, youth prospect.
24. Matthew Breetzke (Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • South African opener, overseas depth.

Replacement Player (Post-Auction)

25. Shardul Thakur (Allrounder) – Signed as a replacement
    • Joined LSG mid-season (exact price undisclosed, typically base price or negotiated), replacing an injured player (likely Mayank Yadav, who suffered a toe injury as per reports).

Key Details

• Total Players: 25 (maximum squad size).
• Overseas Players: 8 (Pooran, Miller, Markram, Marsh, Joseph, Breetzke, plus two slots filled from retentions/auction).
• Purse Spent: ₹119.9 crore (out of ₹120 crore), leaving ₹0.1 crore remaining.
• Captain: Rishabh Pant, announced January 20, 2025.
• Coaching Staff: Justin Langer (Head Coach), Lance Klusener (Assistant Coach), Adam Voges (Assistant Coach), Zaheer Khan (Mentor).