Manav Suthar earns maiden Test call-up, steps into the Ravindra Jadeja succession plan
Manav Suthar has received his first Test call-up for the upcoming match against Afghanistan, marking a significant milestone for his career. This selection highlights the ongoing search for a successor to Ravindra Jadeja's role in the Indian cricket team. Suthar, a left-arm spinner from Rajasthan, has shown consistent performance in domestic cricket, making him a promising candidate for the national side.
- ▪Manav Suthar is the first player from Rajasthan to be selected for the Test team since Pankaj Singh in 2014.
- ▪He trains at the SK Bihani Cricket Academy under coach Dheeraj Sharma.
- ▪Suthar's father initially wanted him to be a batsman, but his coach recognized his talent in spin bowling.
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