India holds commanding position against Afghanistan in one-off Test
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:13 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
India is in a dominant position against Afghanistan after the second day of their one-off Test in New Chandigarh. The hosts declared their innings at 564/8, powered by centuries from Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. Debutant Manav Suthar took three wickets, helping reduce Afghanistan to 113/5 at stumps, trailing by 451 runs. Rahmat Shah's resistance saw him end the day unbeaten on 43 runs. Afghanistan will look to recover on day three to avoid an innings defeat.
- •India declared at 564/8, led by Shubman Gill's 126 and KL Rahul's century.
- •Manav Suthar made an impressive debut, taking 3/21 in 15.5 overs.
- •Afghanistan finished day two at 113/5, still needing 451 runs to avoid follow-on.
- •Rahmat Shah became Afghanistan's first batter to reach 1,000 Test runs.
- 8:13 AMYahoo Sports — Manav Suthar's emergence may force team management to find room for him in the XI in the coming Test season
- 8:59 AMYahoo Sports — IND vs AFG Day 2: Manav Suthar shines with 3 wickets on Test debut; India establish a commanding lead
- 7:38 AMYahoo Sports — Manav Suthar picks 6-33 on debut as India enforces follow-on against Afghanistan
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Manav Suthar stars on debut as India leave Afghanistan reeling in one-off Test
"India's spin attack showed promising signs as Manav Suthar impressed on his Test debut, taking three wickets against Afghanistan. This performance marks a potential resurgence for Indian spinners, with Suthar being eyed as a future successor to established stars. His accurate bowling and ability to impart significant turn on the ball have generated considerable excitement within the cricketing fraternity.
"Manav Suthar's impressive debut performance has positioned him as a key player in India's red-ball spin strategy. His six-wicket haul against Afghanistan showcased his potential, making him a strong contender for the Test XI. The BCCI's long-term development project for spinners like Suthar highlights India's focus on building a potent spin attack for future challenges.
"India spinner Manav Suthar took 6-33 on debut to help bowl out Afghanistan for 152 runs on Monday in the one-off cricket test. Suthar returned the second-best figures for India on test debut, after Narendra Hirwani’s 8-61 against West Indies in 1988. After declaring at 564-8 in its first innings, India had a 412-run lead when it enforced the follow on.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 8:13 AMManav Suthar's emergence may force team management to find room for him in the XI in the coming Test season
Manav Suthar's impressive debut performance has positioned him as a key player in India's red-ball spin strategy. His six-wicket haul against Afghanistan showcased his potential, making him a strong contender for the Test XI. The BCCI's long-term development project for spinners like Suthar highlights India's focus on building a potent spin attack for future challenges.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 8:59 AMIND vs AFG Day 2: Manav Suthar shines with 3 wickets on Test debut; India establish a commanding lead
India's spin attack showed promising signs as Manav Suthar impressed on his Test debut, taking three wickets against Afghanistan. This performance marks a potential resurgence for Indian spinners, with Suthar being eyed as a future successor to established stars. His accurate bowling and ability to impart significant turn on the ball have generated considerable excitement within the cricketing fraternity.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 7:38 AMManav Suthar picks 6-33 on debut as India enforces follow-on against Afghanistan
India spinner Manav Suthar took 6-33 on debut to help bowl out Afghanistan for 152 runs on Monday in the one-off cricket test. Suthar returned the second-best figures for India on test debut, after Narendra Hirwani’s 8-61 against West Indies in 1988. After declaring at 564-8 in its first innings, India had a 412-run lead when it enforced the follow on.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 5:41 PMManav Suthar stars on debut as India leave Afghanistan reeling in one-off Test
India dominated day two of the Test against Afghanistan. Hosts declared at 564/8, with centuries from Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. Debutant Manav Suthar impressed with three wickets. Afghanistan ended the day at 113/5, trailing by 451 runs. Rahmat Shah reached 1,000 Test runs. India is in a strong position to win.
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