• Manav Suthar's brilliant 8-wicket haul powered India C to a thrilling four-wicket victory over India D in the Duleep Trophy 2024-25.

  • India D fell short as India C chased down 233, driven by Suthar's match-winning bowling performance.

Fans erupt as Manav Suthar’s brilliant bowling propels India C to victory over India D in the Duleep Trophy 2024-25
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In what turned out to be a gripping, see-saw encounter between India C and India D in Duleep Trophy 2024-25, it was the bowling brilliance of Manav Suthar that helped India C clinch a hard-fought victory by four wickets. Suthar’s match-winning performance, taking 7 wickets in the second innings and a total of 8 wickets across the match, earned him the well-deserved title of Man of the Match.

Manav Suthar’s magic as India D crumbles under pressure

India D managed to post a challenging total of 236 runs. They cobbled together enough runs to set a competitive target of 233 for India C to chase, after being trialed by 4 runs in the first innings.

The true turning point of the match came through the outstanding efforts of left-arm spinner Suthar. The 22-year-old spun a web around the India D batters, tearing through their lineup with precision and control. Suthar’s 7-wicket haul was nothing short of spectacular, as he single-handedly dismantled India D’s hopes of building an insurmountable lead. His dominance on the pitch gave India C a solid foundation to push for victory.

A nerve-wracking finish

Chasing 233 runs for victory, India C showed resilience in their second innings. Though they faced a determined bowling attack led by Saransh Jain, who took 4 wickets during his 22-over spell, India C held their nerve. They managed to reach the target, ending at 233/6, securing a thrilling four-wicket win. Contributions from key batters allowed India C to hold steady even under pressure, as they successfully chased down the target.

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The win marked an impressive team effort, but the standout performance was undeniably that of Suthar, whose exceptional bowling spell turned the tide in India C’s favor. Suthar finished the match with 8 wickets in total, cementing his place as one of the rising stars of Indian cricket. His match-winning display earned him the prestigious Man of the Match award, adding to the excitement of India C’s victory.

This victory propels India C forward in the Duleep Trophy 2024-25 campaign, giving them momentum as they head into their next matches, while India D will be left to regroup and analyze where things went wrong in what was a fiercely contested match.

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