Jadeja and Suthar Share Seven Wickets on Day Three in Galle
· Sports · Times of India, India Today, ESPNCricinfo
On the third day of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka at Galle, left-arm spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Manav Suthar bowled together and claimed seven wickets. Jadeja, now 37, is in the twilight of his Test career but continues to be described by selector Ajit Agarkar as India’s No.1 Test spinner. Suthar, 24 and a rookie, brought fresh wrist action that added turn to the Kookaburra ball. The duo’s performance proved the viability of a two-left-arm-spin attack for India’s future matches. Suthar said he is learning from Jadeja’s consistency and the ability to hit the same spot every time. The match highlighted a new bowling partnership that may shape the national team’s strategy.
Why it matters
India’s selectors are evaluating the effectiveness of pairing two left-arm spinners, which could influence future Test line‑ups and the development of young bowlers like Suthar. Jadeja’s continued performance and Suthar’s learning curve affect the balance and longevity of India’s spin arsenal.
Read the original report — Times of India
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