Used the injury layoff to understand my body: Akash
Pacer Akash Deep is returning to competitive cricket for the Irani Cup after a seven-month layoff due to a lower back stress fracture. He used the recovery period to focus on nutrition, sleep, and understanding his body's physical limits.
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When Akash Deep takes the field for Rest of India against Jammu & Kashmir in the Irani Cup from Thursday, the verdant surroundings at the Sher-I-Kashmir Stadium, coupled with the beautiful backdrop provided by the Zabarwan Mountain Range, won’t be the only thing bringing cheer to the pacer. The 29-year-old’s glee will be more to do with the mere fact that he will be back in competitive action for the first time since February.
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