In his Test debut against Afghanistan, Manav Suthar showcased his talent by taking three wickets for just 21 runs and contributing 28 runs with the bat. Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar's accuracy and confidence, stating he has the potential to be a strong contender at the Test level. Gavaskar highlighted Suthar's effective use of his feet and comfort at the crease. Meanwhile, Graeme Swann commended Suthar's control and adaptability, noting his ability to adjust his bowling line based on the conditions. Suthar's performance is particularly noteworthy given his prior first-class record of 129 wickets at an average of 25.76. India's innings saw significant contributions from Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, and Sai Sudharsan, leading to a total of 564/8 declared. Afghanistan ended day two at 113/5, with Suthar and Prasidh Krishna among the wicket-takers.