# Can Kuldeep Yadav lead India’s spin attack after Jadeja? 2026-08-13T03:02:09+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka is a crucial opportunity for Kuldeep Yadav to cement his role as the next leader of the spin attack. Former spinner Murali Kartik says Ravindra Jadeja, at 37, is in the twilight of his career, making the transition urgent. Kuldeep has 79 Test wickets at an average of 22.35 and has performed consistently under different captains, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Kartik also highlighted left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, 23, who took seven wickets on Test debut against Afghanistan, as a long-term successor to Jadeja. Suthar's all-round ability, with bat and ball, makes him a promising option. India are fifth in the World Test Championship standings with a points percentage of 48.15, adding pressure to the series. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: Indian cricket, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, spin bowling, Sri Lanka tour, World Test Championship Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/kuldeep-yadav-eyes-indias-spin-leader-role-in-sri-lanka-tests/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/kuldeep-yadav-eyes-indias-spin-leader-role-in-sri-lanka-tests/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.