India has a wealth of left-arm spinners, with Ravindra Jadeja being the undisputed leader. With Jadeja reaching the twilight of his career, India is exploring new left-arm spin options.
Among them, Manav Suthar has been catching attention. Let’s take a look at India’s left-arm spin options, including Suthar, who could be a potential backup for Jadeja.
India's left-arm spin options detailed
Manav Suthar
Manav Suthar is quickly making a name for himself. At 22, he has already taken 55 wickets in his last two Ranji seasons.
During India’s camp before the Asia Cup and World Cup, Suthar caught the attention of everyone. His action, similar to Sunil Joshi's, combined with his ability to get drift and turn, made him a tough opponent for India’s top batsmen.
He even troubled big names like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the nets. Suthar’s performance has pushed him up the ranks, and he could be a future star for India.
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Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav offers something different with his left-arm wrist spin. Starting as a fast bowler, Kuldeep switched to spin and quickly found success.
His ability to control length and his dangerous turn make him stand out. Kuldeep made his mark in the 2014 Under-19 World Cup and hasn’t looked back since.
Axar Patel
Axar Patel has been a dependable option for India whenever Jadeja has been unavailable. Known for his accurate bowling and ability to contribute with the bat, Axar has contributed in India’s victories. His five-wicket haul on Test debut and strong IPL performances have made him a regular in the Indian squad.
R Sai Kishore
R Sai Kishore has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket. Standing tall at six-foot-three, he uses his height and long fingers to generate spin and overspin. Sai Kishore was a bowler for Tamil Nadu in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and earned an IPL contract with Gujarat Titans.
Saurabh Kumar
Saurabh Kumar, another promising left-arm spinner, has been making steady progress in domestic cricket. After moving from Services to Uttar Pradesh, he delivered impressive performances both with the ball and bat.
His standout moment came when he took a 10-wicket haul in his debut Ranji season. Saurabh has continued to develop, showing his potential as an all-rounder for the future.
India’s spin bowling future looks bright with a range of left-arm spinners coming through the ranks. While Ravindra Jadeja remains the mainstay, these bowlers could ensure India’s dominance in spin bowling for years to come.
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