‘Don’t go chasing the IPL’: Pujara’s plea for Manav Suthar after Galle heroics
Cheteshwar Pujara has encouraged young spinner Manav Suthar to prioritize his development in Test cricket, emphasizing the importance of maintaining his natural bowling style for the longer format instead of adapting to white-ball games. Having performed admirably in his first two Tests, Pujara sees the flighted deliveries of Suthar as essential for success. Recently, India celebrated a notable…
Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has advised young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar to prioritize his development in the Test format over chasing an Indian Premier League (IPL) contract. Suthar has made a significant impact in his brief Test career, having claimed five wickets on his debut against Afghanistan and 10 wickets against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Pujara urged both Suthar and the Indian management to protect his red-ball skills, stating that while the youngster might want to play in the IPL if the opportunity arises, he should not change his natural strengths.
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