India, July 9 -- Team India pacer Akash Deep ran riot with the ball against England in the second Test and claimed a historic 10-wicket haul. The right-arm pacer played a pivotal role for India in breaching England's Edgbaston fortress for the first time. After the match, Akash opened up about the emotional challenges he has been facing lately, dedicating his exceptional performance to his sister, who has been valiantly battling cancer for the past two months.

He filled in the big shoes of Jasprit Bumrah perfectly at Edgbaston and claimed a 10-fer to help India register a massive win. With match figures of 10 for 187, Akash not only played a decisive role in the win but also made history by recording the best-ever Test bowling figures by...