Ravindra Jadeja Lauds Manav Suthar's Impressive Bowling in Galle Test

In the first Test against Sri Lanka, Ravindra Jadeja commended young bowler Manav Suthar for his impressive performance, particularly a standout delivery that earned him a wicket. Despite Sri Lanka's efforts, including a century from Sonal Dinusha, they struggled against the Indian spin attack, with Jadeja reaching a milestone of 350 Test wickets. This article delves into the highlights of the match and Jadeja's insights on bowling strategy.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 18, 2026, 09:36 IST

Jadeja Praises Suthar's Bowling Skills

During the third day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja expressed admiration for the young bowler Manav Suthar, particularly highlighting his remarkable first delivery that resulted in a wicket, which he described as a 'dream ball' for left-arm spinners.

Highlights of Day Three

Suthar's impressive four-wicket haul and Jadeja's milestone of 350 Test wickets were the standout moments of a day dominated by spin. Despite a valiant effort from Sri Lanka, including a century from Sonal Dinusha and a solid performance by Niroshan Dickwella, the Indian spinners proved too challenging.

Jadeja's Thoughts on Suthar's 'Dream Ball'

Suthar's first delivery claimed the wicket of seasoned player Dinesh Chandimal, showcasing sharp turn and bounce. In a video shared on the BCCI's official platform, Jadeja remarked on the quality of the delivery, stating, 'I witnessed your first ball in a Test match, and it was exceptional. As a left-arm spinner, I often watch such deliveries on TV, but seeing it live was a different experience.'

Jadeja Discusses His Bowling Approach

Suthar congratulated Jadeja for reaching the significant milestone of 350 Test wickets, placing him among the top spinners and all-rounders in cricket history. Jadeja elaborated on his bowling strategy, noting that he aimed to bowl on the stumps and to left-handed batsmen from around the wicket, as he observed the ball spinning effectively.

Sri Lanka's Struggle Against Indian Spin

Despite Dinusha's maiden Test century, Sri Lanka managed only 284 runs in their first innings, trailing India's total of 462 by 178 runs. Dinusha and Dickwella formed a resilient partnership, adding 146 runs for the sixth wicket, but the Indian bowlers, particularly Suthar (4/76) and Jadeja (3/57), restricted their scoring opportunities.