Farveez Maharoof highlights India’s spin attack and Rishabh Pant threat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Farveez Maharoof predicts India will field three spinners in the upcoming Test against Sri Lanka. He suggests young spinner Manav Suthar might be chosen over Saransh Jain due to his ability to generate bounce. Maharoof points out Rishabh Pant as a significant threat, despite his modest performance in a warm-up match. Sri Lanka is expected to counter Pant with spin bowling, but Maharoof believes his unpredictable style makes him dangerous.
- •Maharoof expects India to play three spinners and two seamers.
- •Manav Suthar made a strong debut against Afghanistan, taking seven wickets.
- •Rishabh Pant is seen as a major threat to Sri Lanka's bowling attack.
- •Sri Lanka may employ multiple spinners to counter Pant’s aggressive batting style.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — 'I would be very worried': Former Sri Lankan cricketer names India's biggest weapon
"Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof anticipates India fielding three spinners in the upcoming Test. He believes young Manav Suthar might get the nod over Saransh Jain for bounce. Maharoof also highlighted Rishabh Pant as a significant threat to the Sri Lankan team. Pant's ability to change games quickly worries the former player immensely. Sri Lanka expects to counter Pant with significant spin bowling options.
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