Akash Deep scripted history on Day 5 of the Edgbaston Test, becoming the first bowler since 1976 to dismiss four of England’s top five batters in a single innings—a feat even legends like Wasim Akram, Glenn McGrath, and Shane Warne never accomplished. His match-winning 10/187 powered India to a record 336-run victory, their first-ever Test win at Edgbaston.
The Unbreakable Record
🔥 Last achieved by Michael Holding (1976) – Until Akash Deep, no bowler had dismissed 4 of England’s top 5 in a Test innings for 49 years.
🎯 Victims in 2nd innings:
- Ben Duckett (played on)
- Joe Root (jaffa that clipped off-stump)
- Ollie Pope (chopped on)
- Harry Brook (trapped LBW)
Why This Feat is Unmatched
🚫 Not even Akram, McGrath, Steyn, or Warne did this to England.
🏏 No caught dismissals – All four top-order wickets were bowled or LBW, showcasing his lethal accuracy.
📊 First Indian with a 10-wicket match haul in England since 2007 (Zaheer Khan).
Match Impact
⚡ 1st innings: 4/88 (Broke England’s momentum).
⚡ 2nd innings: 6/99 (Ran through the top order).
🏆 Result: India’s biggest away win vs England (by runs).
What’s Next?
📅 3rd Test – Lord’s (July 17-21) – Can Akash Deep continue his dream run?
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