Manav Suthar 10-wicket haul guides India to Test win over Sri Lanka in Galle

Manav Suthar delivered a match-winning performance in just his second Test, claiming 10 wickets to guide India to a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle International Stadium. The 24-year-old left-arm spinner finished with match figures of 10 for 131, taking four wickets in the first innings and six in the second, as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 284 and 206 to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

Suthar's spell was instrumental in securing the win, particularly his second-innings effort where he dismantled Sri Lanka's resistance. After the hosts had reached 199 for 6 and were beginning to frustrate India, Suthar returned to dismiss Sonal Dinusha, Prabath Jayasuriya, and Lahiru Kumara in the space of six balls, then removed Keshara Nuwantha to complete his 10-wicket haul. His performance showcased a classical spin approach, utilizing drift, overspin, bounce, and subtle pace variations to create uncertainty for batters.

The achievement placed Suthar in elite company. At 24 years and 16 days old, he became the youngest Indian spinner to claim a 10-wicket haul in an away Test, surpassing Harbhajan Singh's record set in 2008. He is also only the second...