New Chandigarh, June 9 -- Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has described his Test debut for India as a deeply emotional and long-cherished moment, calling it the fulfilment of a dream that he and his family had nurtured since the beginning of his cricketing journey.

Suthar made his debut in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, a match India won by an innings and 300 runs, marking a memorable start to his red-ball international career. During the match, the left-arm spinner bagged a six-wicket haul in the first innings and one wicket in the second.

Recalling the moment he was informed about his selection, Suthar said it was communicated to him by head coach Gautam Gambhir and the team skipper, making the occasion even mor...