ENG vs IND: 'Needs a sanction to discourage...'- Ben Duckett's coach criticised controversial act from Akash Deep

The Anderson-Tendulkar trophy for this year is over, but a few instances keep the memories of the series alive. It was some 1 v 1 rivalry moments that spiced up the competition more. In a recent interview, England opener Ben Duckett's coach, James Knott, highlighted the moment when India pacer Akash Deep kept his arm around Duckett after taking his wicket in the fifth match.

The action made by Akash annoyed multiple cricket fraternities. The fifth and the last match of the series was shaped like a final, after the fourth match ended in a draw. At The Oval it was a must-win game for Team India, as England was leading the scoreline 2-1. When the series was on the line, the Indian bowling line-up stunned the home team in London.

In the first innings of the fifth match, there were some intense moments between Duckett and Deep. The English opener was looking confident and tried to make some aggressive shots. Duckett even said to Akash, "You cannot get me out here." That comment from the batsman pumped up the Indian pacer, and shortly, he dismissed Duckett. A reply in style from the pacer. The controversial moment was staged in the middle when Duckett was making his strides towards the dugout. Akash Deep placed his right arm around the batsman's shoulder and exchanged a few words with a smile. That act from the bowler was heavily criticized.

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James Knott is not happy enough about the incident

"It was part of a competitive series but certainly needs a sanction to discourage young stars. At the same time, it doesn't bother me personally," James Knott said. 

Duckett was a constant threat for India throughout the series. With a century in the first Test and three half centuries, Ben Duckett emerged as one of the leading run scorers for England in the series against India.