In a standout performance, young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar achieved a remarkable 10-wicket match haul, helping India secure a 165-run victory against Sri Lanka in the first Test. Suthar claimed 6 wickets for 55 runs in the second innings, concluding the match with figures of 10 for 126. This impressive feat marks his second consecutive five-wicket haul in as many matches. Indian captain Shubman Gill praised Suthar as a “magnificent” talent, indicating his potential to contribute significantly to Indian cricket in the future.
Australia (77.78), South Africa (75) and Bangladesh (66.67), fresh from their historic triumph over the Aussies, are placed ahead of India in the WTC points table.
Gill wasn’t really perturbed that India were bowled out for 193 in their second innings at Galle, in their bid to score quick runs. We wanted to get (a lead) around 400 in the third innings. We were in a comfortable position, but were not sure if the match would go on (because of the weather), but the team responded well.
In that process, we lost a few wickets but we were still in a comfortable position.”
Test wins do not come easy and this one is delightful,” he said. “That (WTC final) is the ultimate goal. “It is a very satisfying win for us. “Not really (bothered). Wicket was not easy to score runs at will, so were looking to play more aggressively. We were unsure as to how many overs we would be able to bowl on days four and five.
