3 surprising facts about Deepti Sharma

2. Began her career as a fast bowler

Before becoming one of India’s leading spin all-rounders, Deepti’s early cricketing foundation was actually as a fast bowler. During her formative years, she bowled medium-fast deliveries, using her natural height and athletic build to generate bounce and pace. However, her coaches later observed that her bowling action, control, and natural rhythm were better suited to spin bowling.

With guidance and training, she transitioned into off-spin, where she developed exceptional control, flight, and variation. This transformation ultimately shaped her into one of the most reliable spin bowlers in international women’s cricket.