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C.A.B. First Division semis: East Bengal score 310/6 after Satyaki Dutta's 107; Easwaran and Gandhi take Bhowanipur to 348/4 on Day 1

Satyaki Dutta scored a steady 107 to take East Bengal to 310/6 against Mohun Bagan, while Abhimanyu Easwaran and Habib Gandhi's ton helped Bhowanipur to score 348/4 against Kalighat on Day 1 of the C.A.B. First Division semi-finals.

Apr 24, 2025, 11:59 AM•3 min read

C.A.B. First Division semis: East Bengal score 310/6 after Satyaki Dutta's 107; Easwaran and Gandhi take Bhowanipur to 348/4 on Day 1 | sportzpoint.com

East Bengal's Satyaki Dutta scored a stunning century to help the Red and Gold Ultras post 310/6 on day 1 of the Kolkata Derby in C.A.B. First Division Championship semi-final on Thursday at Videocon Ground. 

Game in balance despite Satayki's ton

C.A.B. First Division semis: East Bengal score 310/6 after Satyaki Dutta's 107; Easwaran and Gandhi take Bhowanipur to 348/4 on Day 1 | sportzpoint.com

East Bengal captain Writtick Chatterjee won the toss and decided to bat first in a high-voltage match like the Kolkata derby, where winning the bragging rights is more than anything. But, his decision was struck by an unfortunate run out of opener Abhisek Das, who was set on 26 off 44 balls. 

But post the first wicket, Arindam Ghosh and Satyaki Dutta, East Bengal's highest run scorer last season, took the initiative to put up a solid platform for the other batters to cash in. 

Satyaki Dutta returned to the dressing room after a great knock of 107 off 137 balls. Vikas Singh broke the 162-run partnership for Mohun Bagan to make a comeback in the match. 

Read Also | Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "We all know this game can make us heroes to the fans," East Bengal's Satyaki Dutta ahead of Kolkata Derby

At 194/2, East Bengal were all set to put up a huge score in the first inning. But Mohun Bagan struck back with back-to-back wickets. Vikash Singh dismissed East Bengal captain Writtick Chatterjee, and just when East Bengal tried to build another big partnership, Sourav Halder dismantled Arindam Ghosh's stumps after his 78 off 229 balls. 

Agniv Pan tried to score some quick runs and bring the momentum to East Bengal, but Halder dismissed him after 21 off 27 balls to bring the game in balance. Former Mumbai Indians batter Amitoze Singh also departed after 8 off 17, and East Bengal now will depend on Sandipan Das and Shreyan Chakraborty to take them over 400 on day 2. 

Sandipan Das is currently unbeaten on 45 off 86 balls while Shreyan is batting on 8 off 19. For Mohun Bagan, Vikash Singh was the pick of the bowlers with 45/2 in 21 overs. 

C.A.B. First Division Semi-final: Easwaran and Gandhi score tons for Bhowanipur Club | sportzpoint.com

In the other semi-final at  J.U. 2nd Campus Ground in Salt Lake, Bhowanipur dominated Kalighat bowlers by scoring 348/4 on day 1. Bhowanipur captain Abhimanyu Easwaran won the toss and decided to bat first. And, he made sure he himself proved his decision right. 

Abhishek Raman (41 off 63) gave a solid opening start with his Bengal opening partner Easwaran. But Kalighat made a quick comeback in the match after dismissing Jayojit Basu on a duck. 

Read Also | Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "My time will come," confident Habib Gandhi after 168 in first division quarter-final

Post that, it was all about the 243-run partnership between Abhimanyu Easwaran and Shakir Habib Gandhi. Easwaran returned to the dressing room after a solid 149 off 208 balls. Meanwhile, Shakir Habib Gandhi, who had scored an unbeaten 168 in the quarter-final, continued his form with a 119 from 171 balls. 

Vivek Singh and Arindam Ghosh are at the crease for Bhowanipur at the moment after the end of Day 1. Durgesh Kumar Dubey and Arun Chaprana picked up two wickets each for Kalighat.

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Bengal Cricket: Sudip Gharami and Tanusree Sarkar win C.A.B Cricketer of the Year Awards 2025; Rahul Prasad shines in U23

Sudip Gharami and Tanusree Sarkar won the C.A.B. Cricketer of the Year 2024/25 awards for men's and women's, respectively. Rahul Prasad won everything in the Men's U23 category. Dhara Gujjar won the highest run getter in Senior Women's ODI award.

Aug 5, 2025, 4:47 PM•6 min read

Bengal Cricket: Sudip Gharami and Tanusree Sarkar win C.A.B Cricketer of the Year Awards 2025; Rahul Prasad shines in U23 | sportzpoint.com

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) is all set to celebrate the remarkable achievements of its cricketers as it announced the awardees for the 2024-25 season. The awards ceremony will recognise exceptional talent across various categories, spanning senior men’s, senior women’s, and junior levels, including under-23, under-19, under-16, under-15, and club league categories. 

When is the C.A.B. Award Ceremony?

As per multiple reports, the C.A.B. Award Ceremony for the 2024-25 season will take place on 30 August 2025 at the Dhana Dhanya Auditorium in Kolkata.

Who are the winners?

Sudip Gharami was named the C.A.B. Cricketer of the Year for 2024-25 season. | sportzpoint.com
Sudip Gharami was named the C.A.B. Cricketer of the Year for 2024-25 season. Image | CAB Media

In the senior men’s category, Sudip Gharami was named Cricketer of the Year, while Shahbaz Ahmed and Sayan Ghosh shared the Gentleman Cricketer and Best Fast Bowler awards, respectively. This is the second time Gharami will recieve the Cricketer of the Year Award.

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Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal wins C.A.B. Highest Wicket-taker of the Year Award for consecutive seasons. | sportzpoint.com
Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal wins C.A.B. Highest Wicket-taker of the Year Award for consecutive seasons. Image | C.A.B. Media

Sudip Chatterjee earned the Highest Run Getter for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy, and Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal will be honoured as the Highest Wicket Taker in the same tournament.

Read Also: Exclusive: 'Honoured' Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal can't wait to bowl alongside Indian pacers in Duleep Trophy 2025

C.A.B. Awards 2024/25: Tanusree Sarkar won the Best Senior Women's Cricketer of the Year Award. | sportzpoint.com
Tanusree Sarkar won the Best Senior Women's Cricketer of the Year Award. Image | C.A.B.

The senior women’s category saw Tanusree Sarkar and Dhara Gujjar clinching the Highest Run Getter awards in the T-20 and One Day Tournaments, respectively, with Saika Ishaque recognised as the Highest Wicket Taker in the T-20 Tournament. Tanusree also won the Best Senior Women's Cricketer of the Year Award.

Both Tanusree and Dhara are with the India-A team in Australia at the moment.

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C.A.B. Awards 2024/25: Rahul Prasad won all the awards in U-23 Men's Category | sportzpoint.com
Rahul Prasad won all the awards in U-23 Men's Category. Image | C.A.B.

Among the junior categories, Rahul Prasad dominated the under-23 men’s section, securing multiple awards, including Best Cricketer and Highest Wicket Taker.

Read Also: From delivering online food to getting selected for India U-19 camp, Rahul Prasad's journey is an inspiring one

C.A.B. Awards: Dyuti Paul won the Best U-23 Women's Cricketer of the Year Award. | sportzpoint.com
Dyuti Paul won the Best U-23 Women's Cricketer of the Year Award. Image | C.A.B.

Dyuti Paul and Sushmita Ganguly shone in the under-23 women’s category, with Paul named Best Women's U-23 Cricketer and Ganguly as the Highest Wicket-taker for Bengal in Women's Under-23 One Day Tournament.

Read Also: Bengal Cricket: 7 U-19 cricketers from Bengal who can play for India in future

In the under-19 category, Vishal Bhati emerged as a key figure, winning Best Cricketer and Highest Wicket Taker, while Ipshita Mondal led the under-19 women’s section with the Highest Run Getter awards.

Sachin Yadav and Sandipta Patra were standout performers in the under-16 and under-15 categories, respectively, with Yadav named Best Bowler and Patra the Highest Run Getter.

The club league category will see Sayan Paul being honoured as the Best Under-19 Cricketer, rounding off a comprehensive recognition of talent across all levels. 

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Cricket Association of Bengal Award Winners 2024-2025

Senior Men's

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Sudip Gharami Cricketer of the Year
2. Shahbaz Ahmed Gentleman Cricketer of the year
3. Sayan Ghosh Best Fast Bowler of the year
4. Sudip Chatterjee Highest Run getter for Bengal in Ranji Trophy
5. Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal Highest wicket-taker for Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Senior Women's

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Tanusree Sarkar Best Senior Women's Cricketer of the Year
2. Tanusree Sarkar Highest Run Getter for Bengal in Senior Women's T-20 Tournament
3. Dhara Gujjar Highest Run Getter for Bengal in Senior Women's One Day Tournament
4. Saika Ishaque Highest Wicket taker for Bengal in Senior Women's T-20 Tournament

Men's Under-23

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Rahul Prasad Best Under-23 Cricketer of the year
2. Rahul Prasad Best Bowler (Under-23) Years
3. Rahul Prasad Highest Run getter for Bengal in Col.C.K.Nayudu
4. Rahul Prasad Highest Wicket taker for Bengal in Col.C.K.Nayudu

Women's Under-23

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Dyuti Paul Best Under-23 Women's Cricketer of the Year
2. Dyuti Paul Highest Run getter for Bengal in Women's Under-23 One Day Tournament
3. Sushmita Ganguly Highest Wicket-taker for Bengal in Women's Under-23 One Day Tournament
4. Snehta Gupta Highest Run getter for Bengal in Women's Under-23 T-20 Tournament
5. Piyali Ghosh Highest Wicket taker for Bengal in Women's Under-23 T-20 Tournament

Men's Under-19

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Vishal Bhati Best Under-19 Cricketer of the Year
2. Yudhajt Guha Best Bowler Under-19 Years
3. Vishal Bhati Highest Run getter for Bengal in the Cooch Behar Trophy
4. Vishal Bhati Highest wicket-taker for Bengal in the Cooch Behar Trophy

Women's Under-19

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Ipshita Mondal Best Under-19 Women's Cricketer of the Year
2. Ipshita Mondal Highest Run getter for Bengal in Women's U-19 One Day Tournament
3. Ipshita Mondal Highest Run getter for Bengal in Women's U-19 T-20 Tournament
4. Monika Mal Highest Wicket-taker for Bengal in Women's U-19 One Day Tournament
5. Monika Mal Highest Wicket taker for Bengal in Women's U-19 T-20 Tournament

Men's Under-16

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Sachin Yadav Best Under-16 Cricketer of the year
2. Akash Tarafder Best Bowler Under-16 Years
3. Rajesh Mondal Highest Run getter for Bengal in Vijay Merchant Trophy
4. Akash Golder Highest wicket-taker for Bengal in Vijay Merchant trophy

Women's Under-15

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Sandipta Patra Best Under-15 Women's Cricketer of the Year
2. Sandipta Patra Highest Run Getter for Bengal in Women's Under-15 One Day Tournament
3. Debjani Das Highest Wicket-taker for Bengal in Women's U-15 One Day Tournament

Men's Under-19 Club League

Sl. Name of the Awardee Category
1. Sayan Paul Best Under-19 Cricketer in Club League

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Exclusive: 'Honoured' Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal can't wait to bowl alongside Indian pacers in Duleep Trophy 2025

Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal has taken 60 wickets in the 12 first-class matches he has played so far in his career for Bengal. He was the highest wicket-taker for Bengal in both seasons he has played.

Aug 2, 2025, 8:29 AM•5 min read

Exclusive: 'Honoured' Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal can't wait to bowl alongside Indian pacers in Duleep Trophy 2025 | sportzpoint.com

East Zone announced their squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy 2025 on Friday, featuring a bowling lineup reminiscent of an Indian team, including Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar, and Akash Deep. However, there is one Bengal pacer who made an entry into the squad after performing well in Ranji Trophy in last two seasons.

Bengal's medium pacer all-rounder Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal has been named in the West Zone squad. Ishan Kishan will lead the side, whereas Abhimanyu Easwaran will be the vice-captain of the team. Right after his selection, Suraj shared his thoughts in an exclusive interview with Sportz Point.

Suraj nearly left cricket in 2023

Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal won the player of the match medalfor his 8-wicket haul against Assam in Ranji Trophy 2023-24. | sportzpoint.com
Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal won the player of the match medalfor his 8-wicket haul against Assam in Ranji Trophy 2023-24. Image | CAB

There was one time when Suraj wanted to leave cricket and went into depression. Suraj had already lost his father, but his mother, brother and coach supported him immensely, and their belief turned into a result when he got selected for the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 season after a great season with Calcutta Customs Club.

Since then, Suraj has been Bengal's highest wicket-taker in consecutive seasons and has taken 60 wickets in just 12 first-class matches at an outstanding average of 15.43. Suraj feels it is his consistency and process that have given him the results so far.

"Feeling very happy after the selection. These selections give you more confidence that I have been doing well. But, I will have to justify this with better performances," Suraj told Sportz Point.

Reflecting back on his journey, Suraj feels he is on the right track but needs to focus on the present without looking too far.

"You know that I was about to leave cricket. But, I have been able to go through that period and representing Bengal in Ranji Trophy was a dream. Now, when I am going into the next stages of Indian cricket, I need to focus on the things at hand and do what has worked well for me."

Read Also: Exclusive Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal: "Jumping out" from tough times to become Bengal's star of the season

"I am honoured"

Exclusive: 'Honoured' Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal can't wait to bowl alongside Indian pacers in Duleep Trophy 2025 | sportzpoint.com
Suraj in the background as Shami delivered ball during MP vs Bengal Ranji Trophy match. Image | PTI via ESPN Cricinfo

It will not be new for Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal to bowl alongside Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar or Akash Deep. In the 2024-25 season, Suraj bowled in tandem with India's one of best, Mohammed Shami. But getting selected for the East Zone team when all of these three bowlers are available makes it more special for him. 

"To be honest, I am honoured. Getting into a squad where all of them (Shami, Mukesh and Akash Deep) are there feels special. All of them have played for India, and I am just willing to learn as much as possible from them."

However, it is quite clear as well that with Shami, Mukesh and Akash Deep being there, it would be hard for Suraj to get a game. But for Suraj, he never thinks about selection before the match. For him, selection is never in his hands, and that's why he does not want to think about something which is not under his control.

"Even in Ranji Trophy, I do not think about selection. I try to focus on the preparation and getting ready for them. That has been my habit. So, in Duleep Trophy, I will just focus on my preparation," Suraj expressed.

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"Don't want to think too far"

Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal bowling. | sportzpoint.com
Suraj in his bowling stride. Image | CAB

It was in tournaments like the Duleep Trophy where Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep made their names before getting that India cap. Is Suraj thinking about that too?

"No. I just want to keep doing what I have done well to get here," he answered.

"Yes, the dream is to get there (the Indian team). But I do not want to think too far and lose my focus. I trust in God and whatever he chooses for him. I just want to keep improving myself."

Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal scored his maiden first-class ton against Punjab at Eden Gardens. | sportzpoint.com
Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal scored his maiden first-class ton against Punjab at Eden Gardens. Image | CAB

Apart from his bowling, Suraj last season proved himself with the bat as well. With his maiden first-class ton against Punjab in the last of the season, Suraj showed he is ready to be an all-rounder as well. By the way, he also took 8 wickets in that match.

"It is about contributing to the team, with bat, ball or fielding. Helping the team is the main goal. Yes, I have been working on my batting as well. So, feels good to have a first-class ton beside my name, but I need to keep improving.

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East Zone squad for Duleep Trophy 2025

Ishan Kishan (C), Abhimanyu Easwaran (VC), Sandeep Pattnaik, Virat Singh, Denish Das, Sridam Paul, Sharandeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra, Riyan Parag, Utkarsh Singh, Manishi, Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Shami.

Stand bys: Mukhtar Hussain, Aasirwad Swain, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Swastik Samal, Sudip Kr Gharami, Rahul Singh.

Duleep Trophy 2025 Schedule

Match Date Venue
Quarterfinal 1 (North Zone vs East Zone) August 28–31 Centre of Excellence
Quarterfinal 2 (Central Zone vs North-East Zone) August 28–31 Centre of Excellence
Semifinal 1 September 4–7 Centre of Excellence
Semifinal 2 September 4–7 Centre of Excellence
Final September 11–14 Centre of Excellence

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East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: Head to Head Stats [UPDATED]

Though the data is just an approximation, as of 27th July 2025, it is believed that in total 403 East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan matches up till now (including friendlies), East Bengal won 139 times while Mohun Bagan won 135 times. 129 matches have been drawn.

Jul 27, 2025, 7:39 AM•4 min read

East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: Head to Head Stats [UPDATED] | sportzpoint.com

As far as local sporting rivalries go, few on this planet can compare to the one between East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan, commonly known as the Kolkata Derby. 

The two giants hailing from the same city, Kolkata, have been at each other's throats since East Bengal's inception a century and some change ago on August 1st, 1920, and their rivalry has scripted the most glorious chapter in the history of Indian football.

The two teams are not just two football entities but represent two sets of inhabitants of the state of Bengal, who simply cannot stand losing to the other side.  East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan evokes passion unlike any other sporting contest in the country. So ahead of the new season's Kolkata Derby, we take a brief look at the rich history of the rivalry.

East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan | Sportz Point
Image- Sports Adda

Though the data is just an approximation, as of 27th July 2025, it is believed that the tally of overall meetings stands at 403 matches up till now, (including friendlies), where East Bengal have been triumphant 139 times, while Mohun Bagan 135 times. 129 matches have been drawn.

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East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: Head-to-Head

Since 2020-21, these two teams have played 10 times against each other in ISL, while Mohun Bagan Super Giants have won 9 matches, with only one draw between the two. Mohun Bagan Super Giant is a merger of Mohun Bagan AC and ATK FC.

Mohun Bagan's domination over East Bengal in ISL comes while the two teams enjoy fairly competitive records against each other in other tournaments. In 45 matches of the I-League, East Bengal have won 17 so far and Mohun Bagan 15, while 13 ended in a draw.

In 22 Federation Cup matches, East Bengal have won eight and Mohun Bagan six, while eight matches ended in a draw. In 12 Rovers Cup matches, both teams have won four each, while four matches ended in a draw.

In 163 Calcutta Football League matches, East Bengal won 56, Mohun Bagan 48 and 59 ended in a draw. East Bengal enjoy a massive record against their archrivals in the IFA Shield. Out of 41 matches, they have won 21, while Mohun Bagan has managed to win only seven of those.

East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan overall record

Competition Matches Played East Bengal Wins Mohun Bagan Wins Draws
Indian Super League 10 0 9 1
NFL / I-League 45 17 15 13
Federation Cup / Super Cup 23 9 6 8
Calcutta Football League 164 57 48 59
IFA Shield 41 19 9 13
Durand Cup 22 9 8 5
Rovers Cup 12 4 4 4
All Airlines Gold Cup 10 7 1 2
DCM Trophy 1 1 0 0
Scissor's Cup 2 0 2 0
McDowell Cup 2 1 1 0
Bordoloi Trophy 1 0 1 0
Darjeeling Gold Cup 3 1 0 2
Horendra Mukherjee Memorial Shield 2 1 0 1
Amrita Bazar Centenary Cup 1 0 1 0
Peerless Trophy 1 0 1 0
Mohun Bagan Centenary Cup 1 0 0 1
Nehru Centenary Cup 1 1 0 0
J.C. Guha Trophy 1 0 0 1
Shibdas Bhaduri Memorial Trophy 1 0 1 0
SSS Trophy 1 0 0 1
PNB Centenary Trophy 1 0 1 0
Kalinga Cup 1 1 0 0
Md. Sporting Platinum Jubilee Cup 1 1 0 0
Cooch Behar Cup 10 2 4 4
Khogendra Shield 1 1 0 0
Raja Memorial Shield 1 0 1 0
Gladstone Cup 1 0 1 0
Darbhanga Shield 3 0 3 0
William Younger Challenge Cup 3 0 2 1
Lady Hardinge Shield 5 1 4 0
Trades Cup 3 1 1 1
Chandicharan Shield 1 1 0 0
Competitive Matches Total 376 133 124 119
Exhibition Games 26 5 11 10
ALL TIME TOTAL 402 138 135 129

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'Needs a PR team': 15 players debuted, still no chance for Abhimanyu Easwaran

Since Abhimanyu Easwaran’s maiden India Test call-up, a total of 15 players have played a Test match for India with Anshul Kamboj being the latest one to join the list.

Jul 24, 2025, 12:18 PM•3 min read

'Needs a PR team': 15 players debuted, still no chance for Abhimanyu Easwaran

After Karun Nair's continuous flops, he was dropped from the playing XI in the ENG vs IND fourth Test match at Old Trafford. Everyone was hoping that if Karun sits on the bench, Abhimanyu Easwaran's years-long wait for a Test debut will end.

But captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir had decided something else. Sai Sudharsan was given a chance again at the Old Trafford ground and Abhimanyu remained sitting on the bench. He has been with the Indian Test team since 2021-22, but his dream of entering the field wearing Team India's jersey has not yet been realised.

Also Read: ENG vs IND 4th Test: Rishabh Pant to available for batting; Jurel will do wicketkeeping

15 players made their debut before him

'Needs a PR team': 15 players debuted, still no chance for Abhimanyu Easwaran

Abhimanyu Easwaran has been coming to the squad for the last 4 years and returns home after giving water. Abhimanyu has spent a lot of time in the dressing room, but his dream of playing in Team India's jersey remains just a dream.

Since Abhimanyu's arrival in the Indian team, 15 players have made their Test debut, which also includes young players like Suryakumar Yadav, Rajat Patidar, Ishan Kishan with Anshul Kamboj being the latest one to join the list on Wednesday in Manchester, but his wait is still on. 

But despite constantly proving his ability in domestic cricket, Abhimanyu just keeps resting on the bench. In first class cricket, Abhimanyu has 27 centuries to his name and he has also scored 7,841 runs. 31 fifties have also come from his bat.

Players who perform well in domestic cricket deserve a chance

Some time ago, a big debate broke out regarding domestic cricket. Everyone talked about giving importance to domestic cricket. Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir himself says that players who perform well in domestic cricket deserve a chance.

But the truth is something else. Coach is not able to do justice to Abhimanyu while sitting in the dressing room. If a batsman remains on the bench for four years despite having around 8 thousand runs and 27 centuries, then what is the use of showing his ability in domestic cricket.

Abhimanyu is far ahead of Sudharsan

'Needs a PR team': 15 players debuted, still no chance for Abhimanyu Easwaran

You have seen the statistics of Abhimanyu Easwaran, now let us tell you about the domestic record of Sai Sudharsan. Sudarshan has played a total of 30 first class matches so far, in which he has scored 1987 runs at an average of 36.

On the other hand, Abhimanyu's batting average is 54 despite playing 103 matches. Sudharsan has been able to score only 7 centuries and 5 half-centuries in 51 innings. From experience to batting record, Abhimanyu is far ahead of Sudharsan.

Sudharsan came into limelight only because of his strong performance in IPL 2025.

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Players to make Test debut for India before Easwaran

Since Abhimanyu Easwaran's first call-up to the Test side, 15 players have now gone on to make their Test debut for India before him. They are: 

  • K.S Bharat (Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023)
  • Suryakumar Yadav (Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023)
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal (vs West Indies 2023)
  • Ishan Kishan (vs West Indies 2023)
  • Mukesh Kumar (vs West Indies 2023)
  • Prasidh Krishna (vs South Africa 2023)
  • Rajat Patidar (vs England 2024)
  • Sarfaraz Khan (vs England 2024)
  • Dhruv Jurel (vs England 2024)
  • Akash Deep (vs England 2024)
  • Devdutt Padikkal (vs England 2024)
  • Nitish Kumar Reddy (vs Australia 2024)
  • Harshit Rana (vs Australia 2024)
  • Sai Sudharsan (vs England 2025)
  • Anshul Kamboj (vs England 2025)
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Exclusive: "Watch out for him," Shreevats Goswami's statement for Akash Deep in 2020 is proving right now

Only after Akash Deep's second Ranji Trophy game in 2020, Shreevats Goswami warned the cricketing world to watch out for him. Shreevats shared his thoughts on Akash Deep after his sensational performance at Edgbaston.

Jul 7, 2025, 1:13 PM•7 min read

Exclusive: "Watch out for him," Shreevats Goswami's statement for Akash Deep in 2020 is proving right now - sportzpoint.com

The entire cricketing world now recognizes the name Akash Deep, who dismantled the English batting lineup at Edgbaston, helping India achieve a historic victory in Birmingham.

His first-ever 10-wicket haul in a match places him alongside the greats of Indian cricket, such as Chetan Sharma, Kapil Dev, and Ishant Sharma

Not only that, he has now listed himself beside legend Michael Holding for dismissing four of England’s top five batsmen in a single Test innings (Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Ollie Pope), all without catches, relying on bowled or LBW dismissals. 

"Keep an eye on this guy," Goswami tweeted in 2020

Exclusive: "Watch out for him," Shreevats Goswami's statement for Akash Deep in 2020 is proving right now | sportzpoint.com
Shreevats Goswami with Akash Deep at Eden Gardens. Image | Shreevats Goswami on X.

Shreevats Goswami, a former Bengal and IPL cricketer, recognised early on that Akash Deep was destined for the international stage. In fact, he was the first to alert the world about Akash Deep back in 2020.

Right after Akash Deep's only second Ranji Trophy game, where Akash Deep picked up a five-wicket haul, Shreevats tweeted out, "Keep an eye on this guy, Akash Deep is a rare 'fast 'bowler in domestic cricket. Surely to watch out for in future. And he can tonk a few too."

"Yes, I knew from the beginning that he was built for greatness," Shreevats told Sportz Point after Akash Deep's historic spell at Edgbaston. 

Reflecting on Akash's maiden five-wicket haul in an innings, Shreevats remarked, "It was just a matter of time. After the first inning, I called him and said that he would get it in the second inning."

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"He hits the gloves hard"

Exclusive: "Watch out for him," Shreevats Goswami's statement for Akash Deep in 2020 is proving right now | sportzpoint.com
Akash Deep laoding for a delivery during a Ranji Trophy game in 2023. 

What led him to believe Akash Deep could become a future international star? "It was his pace and strength," Shreevats replied.

"He was raw. Some bowlers hit the gloves very hard, and Akash Deep was one of them," he recalled, emphasising the potential he saw in him during the Ranji Trophy and other domestic tournaments.

"He was very young back then, and I knew with time, he would get faster and stronger. This is exactly what happened in the next two to three years."

In the next three years, Akash Deep played in the Indian Premier League alongside his favourite Virat Kohli and also helped Bengal reach the final of the Ranji Trophy, and then in 2024 went on to earn the Test cap as well. 

"You see him, you will notice how strong he is - physically and mentally. He has gone through so many tough times, but nothing could distract him from his goal.

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Akash Deep's journey - a testament to mental strength

Akash Deep at Eden Gardens after signing for Barisha Sporting Club in 2022 - sportzpoint.com
Akash Deep at Eden Gardens after signing for Barisha Sporting Club.

Since his early days, Akash Deep has faced many challenges in his career and personal life.

Born in Bihar, he initially encountered rejection from his father regarding his pursuit of cricket. In 2010, he moved to Durgapur, West Bengal, in search of a job and later relocated to Kolkata.

With the assistance of a few local club officials, he signed with the United Club and began his journey in Bengal cricket. He excelled in local club cricket and was soon fast-tracked to the Bengal U-23 team, where he played a pivotal role in helping Bengal reach the final of the C.K. Nayudu tournament and win the U-23 One-Day tournament.

He quickly progressed to the Bengal senior team, and as they say, the rest is history. Even a career-threatening back injury and the loss of his brother and father within six months in 2015 could not break his mental resolve.

Following the Edgbaston Test, he revealed that his sister is battling cancer and dedicated his performance to her. These experiences illustrate his remarkable mental toughness.

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"He always had the hunger:" Shreevats

Akash Deep after a picking up wicket in Ranji Trophy in 2023 | sportzpoint.com
Akash Deep after a picking up wicket in Ranji Trophy in 2023. 

Along with his resilience, another quality that sets Akash apart is his hunger for improvement and greatness.

"He used to live in the C.A.B. dormitory. Many cricketers were around, but whenever I visited the indoor facilities or gym, I would always see Akash Deep putting in the effort. He always had the hunger to reach the international level," Shreevats shared.

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"Duckett will be Akash Deep's bunny"

"Duckett will be Akash Deep's bunny:" Shreevats Goswami | sportzpoint.com
Akash Deep after dismissing Ben Duckett. Image | X

Shreevats feels Akash Deep's ability to hit the wicket hard and extract something from the pitch will help him even on flatter pitches. Moreover, he can beat the batter's outside edge and inside edge, which makes him more threatening. 

"He will beat your outside edge and inside edge. This is something which sets him apart from the other domestic bowlers."

"Look at the wicket of Joe Root - how he went wide of the crease, angled the ball and then straightened it to get Root out was just incredible."

Along with Joe Root's wicket, Shreevats was impressed to see how Akash Deep got Ben Duckett out. He feels that if Akash Deep and Ben Duckett face each other more in test cricket, he will make Ben his bunny. 

"Just like Stuart Broad made David Warner his bunny in test cricket, I have the feeling that Akash Deep can also make Ben Duckett his bunny. Around the wicket, with the new ball - he will be deadly," Shreevats expressed. 

Who should share the new ball at Lord's?

Who should share the new ball at Lord's? Shreevats Goswami feels Akash Deep should bowl with new ball | sportzpoint.com
After taking his 5-wicket haul, Akash Deep sprinted joyfully to the dugout to hug Bumrah and Shardul Thakur.

 Shreevats feels that in the next test at Lord's, Akash Deep should share the new ball alongside Jasprit Bumrah. Throughout the entire second test, Akash Deep showed how lethal he is with the new ball, and that is why he wants him to run in with the new ball. 

"He is capable of getting you wickets in any given situation. But, just how he has got Duckett and others out, I feel he should share the new ball along with Bumrah," Shreevats said. 

Besides his bowling, Shreevats has always praised Akash Deep's batting ability from the start. He feels that Akash can even score a test ton in the next three to four years, given the opportunity. 

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