{"id":15209,"date":"2026-08-22T05:57:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T05:57:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koshalsambada.in\/?p=15209"},"modified":"2026-08-22T05:57:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T05:57:08","slug":"manav-suthar-can-become-one-of-the-best-bowlers-in-the-world-jayasuriya-heaps-big-praise-cricket-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koshalsambada.in\/?p=15209","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Manav Suthar can become one of the best bowlers in the world\u2019: Jayasuriya heaps big praise | Cricket News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"e9jwa\">\n<div class=\"vdo_embedd\">\n<div class=\"GfdvZ\">\n<section class=\"_bIDB  clearfix id-r-component leadmedia undefined undefined  E9tg9 \" style=\"top:0px\">\n<div class=\"_bIDB\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">\n<div class=\"ypVvZ\">\n<div class=\"WGttI\"><img src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/thumb\/msid-133416285,imgsize-93382,width-400,height-225,resizemode-4\/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-match-day-5.jpg\" alt=\"\u2018Manav Suthar can become one of the best bowlers in the world\u2019: Jayasuriya heaps big praise\" title=\"India's Manav Suthar, centre, celebrates (PTI Photo)\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"Ta7d_ img_cptn\"><span title=\"India's Manav Suthar, centre, celebrates (PTI Photo)\">India&#8217;s Manav Suthar, centre, celebrates (PTI Photo)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Mumbai: <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/topic\/prabath-jayasuriya\" styleobj=\"[object Object]\" class=\"\" commonstate=\"[object Object]\" frmappuse=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Prabath Jayasuriya<\/a> is a rarity in modern-day cricket, especially in the subcontinent, where if you are aged 30 and above, you are not favoured to play international cricket. He waited in the shadows of Sri Lanka\u2019s rich spin tradition.<!-- --> When his chance finally arrived in July 2022, the left-arm spinner grabbed it spectacularly, claiming 12 wickets on Test debut against Australia in Galle.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"5\"\/>Since then, Jayasuriya has carried Sri Lanka\u2019s spin legacy with distinction, taking 132 wickets in 24 Tests. Ahead of the second Test against India at the SSC, the 34-year-old spoke to TOI about his journey, Sri Lanka\u2019s chances of levelling the series, and why he believes India\u2019s young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar can become one of the world\u2019s best. <!-- -->Excerpts&#8230;<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"10\"\/><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"12\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Your 12-wicket haul on Test debut against Australia instantly put you in the spotlight. What do you remember most about that match?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"14\"\/>I had waited a long time for that opportunity. I made my debut after turning 30 and it was a dream start. It remains my favourite match in cricket. After that performance, I realised there was a bigger responsibility because I was representing Sri Lanka. Expectations increased and sometimes the team looks to you for something extra. That brings extra pressure.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"18\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">You took seven wickets in the first Test against India in Galle but Sri Lanka still lost. What went wrong?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"20\"\/>We knew the pitch would be good for batting early on. KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal used those conditions very well and built the foundation for India. We improved in the second innings but by then the game had gone away from us. India\u2019s batters handled spin well.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"22\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">What lessons can Sri Lanka take into the second Test?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"24\"\/>India batted really well. As a bowling unit, we need to have clearer plans and also execute them better. <!-- -->If we can do that consistently, I believe we can get a better result in the second Test.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"28\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Who are the toughest batters to bowl to in international cricket?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"30\"\/>Joe Root, Kane Williamson and Steve Smith.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"32\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">Do you still believe Sri Lanka can qualify for the <\/span><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">World Test Championship<\/span><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\"> final?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"36\"\/>As players, we have to believe. We have some challenging series coming up, including away tours of Pakistan and New Zealand and a home series against South Africa. The important thing is to stay focused on our processes.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"38\"\/>Both <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/sports\/cricket\/player-profile\/kusal-mendis\/63882\" styleobj=\"[object Object]\" class=\"\" commonstate=\"[object Object]\" frmappuse=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kusal Mendis<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/topic\/dinesh-chandimal\" styleobj=\"[object Object]\" class=\"\" commonstate=\"[object Object]\" frmappuse=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dinesh Chandimal<\/a> are out&#8230;<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"45\"\/>It\u2019s a big loss. Both are experienced players and important members of the team. At the same time, it opens the door for younger players to step in and prove themselves.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"47\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">As a left-arm spinner, what did you make of Manav Suthar\u2019s show?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"49\"\/>He has the potential to become one of the best bowlers in the world. He needs to stay committed to the process, work hard and make sacrifices. If he remains consistent, I believe he can achieve great things.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"52\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">What makes Galle such a special venue for spinners?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"54\"\/>The pitch generally starts turning after the first couple of days. Consistency is the key there. If you keep bowling the right line and length, you can be successful. That\u2019s exactly what Manav did in the first Test.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"57\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">What are you looking to do differently at the SSC?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"59\"\/>The SSC is my home ground because I play my domestic cricket there. I understand the conditions well. The key is to adapt quickly and keep things simple.<span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"62\"\/><span class=\"strong\" data-ua-type=\"1\" onclick=\"stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)\">The Indian batters now know what to expect from you. Does that make your task harder?<\/span><span class=\"id-r-component br\" data-pos=\"64\"\/>Every Test batter is a challenge. Devdutt Padikkal played extremely well in Galle and handled both spin and pace impressively. As the lead spinner in the team, I have a big responsibility. Against strong teams, we need detailed plans and extra effort.<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/sports\/cricket\/india-vs-sri-lanka\/manav-suthar-can-become-one-of-the-best-bowlers-in-the-world-jayasuriya-heaps-big-praise\/articleshow\/133416255.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India&#8217;s Manav Suthar, centre, celebrates (PTI Photo) Mumbai: Prabath Jayasuriya is a rarity in modern-day cricket, especially in the subcontinent, where if you are aged 30 and above, you are not favoured to play international cricket. He waited in the shadows of Sri Lanka\u2019s rich spin tradition. 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