May 30, 2024

Akash Deep: Bengal Pro T20 League to Uncover New Talent – T20

Bengal Pro T20 League to Nurture New Talent in the State, Says Siliguri Strikers Pacer Akash Deep.

Kolkata: Akash Deep, the pace bowler for Siliguri Strikers, believes the upcoming Bengal Pro T20 League will be a vital platform for emerging cricket talent in Bengal. Excited to represent his team, he aims to perform strongly against their rivals. Running from June 11 to 28 in Kolkata, the league promises 18 days of thrilling action and entertainment, keeping fans engaged and eager for more.

“I have been very excited, since the time I heard that the Bengal Pro T20 League is going to happen. I’m also excited to play for Siliguri Strikers since it will help cricket grow in Siliguri,” Akash Deep, who has been picked as the marquee player for the Siliguri Strikers, said in a statement.

“I have been playing in the IPL for the last two months and really looking forward to the League. Many new players will emerge during the Bengal Pro T20 League as a senior player it is our responsibility to make sure we play well and prepare ourselves for tough competition,” he added.

Having recently played for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) and made his Test debut for India earlier this year in February, the 27-year-old cricketer is confident that his IPL experience will enhance his performance in the Bengal Pro T20 League.

“My IPL 2024 experience will help in Bengal Pro T20 League. I’m relishing my style of play this year, first I was picked for India A in South Africa. Then I was playing in the Ranji Trophy for Bengal, then I got to know my India call-up. I’m not the player who will become happy by getting picked in Team India. I’m someone who wants to play at least 50 to 100 Test for India,” said Akash Deep.

Servotech Siliguri Strikers will represent Siliguri and surrounding areas, including Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Kalimpong. The pace bowler mentioned that he has been in discussions with the management about strategies for approaching the upcoming matches.

“I’ve been in talks with the Siliguri Strikers’ management, coaches, and the players. I’m someone who wants to win every match and in that regard, I had a word with the staff, like what we need to do and how we need to start for the tournament,” he said.

The Bengal Pro T20 League, organized by Arivaa Sports, is modeled after the IPL and features eight franchise teams in men’s and women’s categories. The tournament will kick off on June 11 at the iconic Eden Gardens.

Fans can enjoy live action on JioCinema, with English, Hindi, and Bengali commentary available. Additionally, the Sports18 network will broadcast all matches in English.

Squads

Siliguri Strikers Men’s Squad

Akash Deep (Marquee Player)

A key bowler with swing abilities is crucial for leadership.

Ritwik Roy Chowdhury

Middle-order batsman, reliable in pressure situations.

Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal

All-rounder contributing with both bat and ball.

Vikas Singh

A fast bowler with pace, he excels in death overs.

Abhishek Kumar Raman

Top-order batsman anchors innings effectively.

Rajkumar Pal

Medium pacer, skilled in taking crucial wickets.

Ankur Paul

Middle-order batsman with solid technique.

Shantanu

Energetic fielder and a promising young talent.

Yuvraj Deepak Keswani

Aggressive left-handed batsman suited for T20s.

Tuhin Banerjee

Young spinner controlling the middle overs.

Mahadeb Datta

The versatile all-rounder is adaptable to different situations.

Rahul Gupta

Lower-order hitter and a useful bowler in the final overs.

Rohit Kumar

Right-handed batsman, key for middle-order partnerships.

Aditya Singh

Fast bowler known for pace and early breakthroughs.

Rishabh Vivek

Agile wicketkeeper-batsman, a quick scorer in the lower order.

Vishal Bhati

Fast bowler, crucial in keeping runs in check during powerplay.

Yudhajit Guha

Middle-order batsman, dependable in tight chases.

Siliguri Strikers Women’s Squad

Priyanka Bala (Marquee Player)

Priyanka is a key all-rounder who provides experience and leadership with both bat and ball.

Brishti Majhi

A dependable batter, Brishti adds stability in the middle order and thrives under pressure.

Preeti Mondal

Preeti is a consistent bowler, effective in both powerplay and death overs.

Jhanvi Raj Paswan

A promising all-rounder, Jhanvi contributes in both batting and bowling across match situations.

Dipita Ghosh

Aggressive and dynamic, Dipita can shift gears and accelerate the team’s innings.

Pampa Sarkar

A versatile all-rounder, Pampa is valuable with both bat and ball, especially in the lower order.

Samayita Adhikary

A technically sound batter, Samayita provides reliability in the middle order.

Mallika Roy

Mallika is a left-arm spinner who controls the flow of runs with her spin variations.

Priya Pandey

A top-order batter, Priya’s composure helps build a strong foundation.

Abhishruti Dhar

An energetic all-rounder and sharp fielder, Abhishruti adds value in all departments.

Sohini Yadav

A young pacer, Sohini’s swing bowling makes her a key player in tight situations.

Anjali Burman

A dependable wicketkeeper-batter, Anjali is quick behind the stumps and with the bat.

Chandrima Ghosal

A middle-order batter, Chandrima accelerates scoring and keeps calm under pressure.

Muskan Sinha

A disciplined bowler, Muskan’s accuracy is crucial in controlling the middle overs.

Snigdha Bag

Snigdha’s aggression is vital in the final overs as a hard-hitting lower-order batter.

Sreetama Mali

A consistent bowler, Sreetama uses variations to break essential partnerships.

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