‘He does not depend on the pitch’: Rahane explains why Suthar can thrive anywhere

Manav Suthar has wasted little time making an impression in Test cricket, with the left-arm spinner already putting himself in the conversation for a bigger role in India’s red-ball plans.Suthar has claimed 23 wickets from his first three Tests, but his impact has gone beyond the numbers. His ability to generate drift, combine it with a deceptive release and consistently hit the right areas has made him an awkward proposition for batters.Ajinkya Rahane has been particularly impressed by the early signs from the youngster. The former India captain believes Suthar’s biggest strength could be his ability to remain effective without relying heavily on assistance from the pitch."I have noticed two things about Manav. The first thing is that for him, the pitch does not matter, whether it turns or not. His speed through the air helps him deceive the batters.