Wedding season is in full swing in Indian cricket and the latest star to join the bandwagon is the talented Indian pacer. Akash Deep. The right-arm speedster recently tied the knot with his partner. Akshita Rajin an intimate yet beautiful ceremony held in the holy city of Varanasi. While the internet is full of dreamy pictures and holiday videos from their special day, a special clip from a wedding celebration has taken social media by storm. Here’s a witty, heartfelt and thoroughly relatable take on why some of the biggest names in Indian cricket are missing from the guest list.
Akash Deep hilariously shares why he left Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma or MS Dhoni off his wedding guest list.
Amidst the jubilation and traditional rituals in Banaras, the guest playfully put the groom on the spot and asked why cricket icons are like this. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharmaand legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni not invited to the wedding.
Without missing a beat, Deep gave a brilliant, humorous response that perfectly captured the reality of cricket fandom in India. Smiling for the camera, the fast bowler said:
“Will you get married here in Banaras?” (Can the marriage take place here in Banaras?)
His witty remark immediately underscored the sheer logistical nightmare that would ensue if the trio set foot in the city. Given the absolute demigod status enjoyed by Kohli, Rohit and Dhoni Indiatheir presence would undoubtedly attract thousands of ecstatic fans, creating an uncontrollable crowd situation and completely overshadowing the intimate family event. By keeping the guest list close and local, Deep ensured her wedding remained a peaceful, memorable celebration rather than a high-security public spectacle.
We present the video:
Deep’s cricket journey and road to recovery
While Deep is currently enjoying this happy new chapter in his personal life, cricket fans are eagerly waiting for his return to the field. The pacer quickly established himself as a vital asset for India in the longest format of the game. In his 10 Test matches so far, he has taken 28 wickets, boasting best figures of 6 for 60 and 10 for 112.
His moment of breakthrough in the international arena coincides with last year’s historic period Anderson-Tendulkar trophy in Englandhe tore through the English batting line-up to claim a magnificent 12-wicket haul in Birmingham.
His excellent red ball performances earned him the coveted contract Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the IPL 2026 season. However, in a cruel twist of fate, a severe stress injury to his lower back sidelined him for the entire tournament and kept him out of India’s final Test assignments, including the one-off Test. Afghanistan in Mullanpur.
As India’s pace bowling depth continues to shine in his absence, the newlywed pacer continues to focus on his rehabilitation programme. Fans and selectors alike will hope that this happy personal milestone will bring renewed vigor as he returns to full fitness for the national team.
