Manav Suthar joins elite list of Indian bowlers with a Test debut fifer against Afghanistan, becoming the 10th Indian to achieve this rare feat.
Young Indian spinner Manav Suthar has made a sensational entry into Test cricket by picking up a five-wicket haul on debut against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. With this performance, he has become the 10th Indian bowler to achieve this rare feat in Test history.
Manav Suthar’s dream Test debut
In the ongoing one-off Test match between India and Afghanistan, Suthar delivered a standout performance that immediately put him in the record books.
India posted a commanding first-innings total of 568 runs before their bowlers took complete control of the game. Afghanistan were bundled out for 152 runs, with Suthar playing a key role.
The left-arm spinner bowled 22 overs, conceded just 33 runs, and picked up six crucial wickets, marking one of the most impressive debut performances in recent Indian cricket history.
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India dominate Afghanistan in Mullanpur Test
After restricting Afghanistan to a low total, India enforced the follow-on with a massive lead of 412 runs. The dominant position allows India to push for an early finish, possibly within three or four days.
Suthar’s control and accuracy added pressure on the Afghan batting lineup, helping India maintain complete control of the match.
10 Indian bowlers with a five-wicket haul on Test debut
By achieving this milestone, Manav Suthar joins an elite group of Indian bowlers who have taken a five-wicket haul on Test debut. The list includes some of the biggest names in Indian cricket history:
- Mohammad Nissar vs England (1932, Lord’s)
- VV Kumar vs Pakistan (1961, Delhi)
- Syed Abid Ali vs Australia (1967, Adelaide)
- Dilip Doshi vs Australia (1979, Chennai)
- Narendra Hirwani vs West Indies (1988, Chennai)
- Amit Mishra vs Australia (2008, Mohali)
- Ravichandran Ashwin vs West Indies (2011, Delhi)
- Mohammed Shami vs West Indies (2013, Kolkata)
- Axar Patel vs England (2021, Chennai)
- Manav Suthar vs Afghanistan (2026, Mullanpur)
This list highlights how rare and special Suthar’s achievement truly is in Indian cricket.
A promising future ahead
With such a strong start to his Test career, Manav Suthar has positioned himself as a promising long-term option for India’s spin attack. His control, discipline, and ability to take wickets under pressure make him a valuable asset for the team.
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