'India Test Cap No 313': Rahul Dravid's viral speech for Akash Deep on dream debut at India vs England 4th Test | WATCH

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India vs England 4th Test: Indian cricket coach Rahul Dravid's speech for Akash Deep went viral on social media, as the debutant received his "India Test Cap No 313" on Friday. During a huddle ahead of the fourth Test between India and England in Ranchi, Dravid recalled Akash Deep's inspiring journey from Ranchi to Delhi to Kolkata and back to Ranchi. Follow India vs England Live Score Updates, 4th Test Day 1, here The "memorable and motivating moment" was recorded and shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on X.

In the video, Dravid could be heard recalling how Akash Deep's journey brought him all the way back to Ranchi. "Your journey has brought you back to Ranchi, which is nearly 200 km closer to your village and you are going to get your India cap here today," he said. ALSO READ: ‘Tough to see as a coach…’ Rahul Dravid reflects upon India’s loss, shares details of emotions in dressing room The coach told Akash Deep, "You have worked hard to reach there and this has been your dream." Watch and read his full speech below: "Akash, your journey started from a place named Baddi, which is rougly 200 kms away from here. You have faced a lot of hardships in this journey. You have worked hard. You have seen a lot of ups and downs. You, on your own, moved from Baddi to Delhi to play cricket. You were inspired by the 2007 T20 World Cup. You stayed alone in Delhi and put in efforts. Then you moved to Kolkata from Delhi. You played Domestic Cricket and put up impressive overformance. Your journey has brought you back to Ranchi, which is nearly 200 km closer to your village and you are going to get your India cap here today. It is a special feeling for you as you as your mother is here along with some members