Manav Suthar impresses on Test debut against Afghanistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Manav Suthar made an impressive debut for India in the ongoing Test against Afghanistan, taking three wickets on Day 2. He achieved figures of 3/34, beginning with a wicket in his first over. Afghanistan closed the day at 113/5, trailing India by 451 runs. Former captain Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar for his bowling accuracy and confidence with the bat, suggesting he has potential for future Test success. Suthar's selection followed a strong domestic record, having previously taken 129 wickets in first-class cricket.
- •Suthar took 3 wickets for 34 runs on his Test debut.
- •Afghanistan is 113/5, still trailing by 451 runs.
- •Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar's all-round abilities.
- •Suthar had a strong first-class record before his selection.
- •He dismissed Abdul Malik, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Afsar Zazai.
- 2:23 PMYahoo Sports — 'You don't need a turning track': Sunil Gavaskar decodes Manav Suthar's six-wicket haul vs Afghanistan
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — 'Strong contender at Test level': Gavaskar's verdict on Manav Suthar
"Debutant Manav Suthar starred as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on in the lone Test. The left-arm spinner claimed 6 for 33, recording the second-best figures by an Indian on Test debut. Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar’s accuracy, control and skill, saying his success came from precision and smart bowling rather than pitch assistance.
"Manav Suthar made a stellar Test debut, snaring three wickets on Day 2 against Afghanistan and earning praise from Sunil Gavaskar. The left-arm spinner not only impressed with his accurate bowling but also displayed remarkable composure and confidence with the bat. Suthar's promising start suggests he possesses the attributes for future Test success.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 2:23 PM'You don't need a turning track': Sunil Gavaskar decodes Manav Suthar's six-wicket haul vs Afghanistan
Debutant Manav Suthar starred as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on in the lone Test. The left-arm spinner claimed 6 for 33, recording the second-best figures by an Indian on Test debut. Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar’s accuracy, control and skill, saying his success came from precision and smart bowling rather than pitch assistance.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 8:03 PM'Strong contender at Test level': Gavaskar's verdict on Manav Suthar
Manav Suthar made a stellar Test debut, snaring three wickets on Day 2 against Afghanistan and earning praise from Sunil Gavaskar. The left-arm spinner not only impressed with his accurate bowling but also displayed remarkable composure and confidence with the bat. Suthar's promising start suggests he possesses the attributes for future Test success.
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