In the ongoing Duleep Trophy, young spinner Manav Suthar put up a magical performance, making batsmen struggle with his sharp bowling. Playing for India C, Suthar took seven wickets for just 49 runs in the second innings, ensuring a four-wicket win for his team against India D. With this stunning show, Suthar has caught everyone’s attention, and if he keeps up his form, a call from the Indian national team selectors might be on the horizon.
Suthar’s seven-wicket haul included some big names like Devdutt Padikkal, Ricky Bhui, KL Bharat, and Akshar Patel. The batsmen found it hard to face him, as Suthar made them “dance” to his tune with his consistent line and length. His clever bowling put India D in deep trouble, making it clear why he is being called a future star for India.
Impressive Domestic Record
Suthar’s performance in the domestic circuit has been outstanding so far. He has played 15 first-class matches, 8 List A games, and 8 T20 matches. His wicket tally stands at 73 in first-class cricket, 15 in List A, and 4 in T20s. In IPL 2024, Suthar made his debut for Gujarat Titans, marking the beginning of what looks like a bright career.
Manav Suthar: A Rising Star in Indian Cricket
The Match Scenario
India C needed 233 runs to win on the third day, and contributions from key batsmen helped them reach the target. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 36, Aryan Juyal added 47, and Rajat Patidar played a solid knock of 44 runs. But it was Abhishek Porel’s unbeaten 35 under pressure that sealed the win for India C. Suthar also played a handy role with the bat, remaining not out at 19.
Earlier in the day, India D, starting at 206/8, added a few more runs before Suthar broke their resistance by dismissing Akshar Patel (28). After that, he quickly wrapped up the innings by taking the final wicket, bowling out India D for 236.
Manav Suthar Shines with Five-Wicket Haul in Duleep Trophy Match
Chasing the target, Gaikwad and Sai Sudharsan (22) gave India C a solid start with a 64-run partnership. However, after Sudharsan’s dismissal, the middle order also contributed, with Juyal and Patidar adding 88 runs for the third wicket. Even though India C lost a few wickets quickly, Porel and Suthar’s unbeaten 42-run stand ensured a smooth victory.
India D’s Saransh Jain was the best bowler for his side, picking up four wickets, but it wasn’t enough to stop India C’s chase.
With such a consistent performance, Manav Suthar is quickly becoming a player to watch, and his dream of donning the Indian jersey may soon come true.
