Coming in as a nightwatchman late on Day 2, Akash Deep scored a gritty 66 off 94 balls on Day 3 of the Test match, the knock included 12 boundaries. His fearless approach and ability to stick around gave India vital runs at a crucial stage of the match.

Akash Deep’s remarkable 66 in the fifth Test of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval is the second-highest score by an Indian nightwatchman in Tests.

Akash Deep, who went unbeaten on Day 2, has continued to bat and strike runs on Day 3. He has in the process completed his maiden Test fifty. Fans rave about his innings on social media.