In an intense and hard-fought series, India's young wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel shone with his batting and keeping skills, earning him praise and admiration from both sides. Son of a Kargil War veteran, Jurel's composed knock of 39* in the second innings and 90 in the first helped India clinch a series victory against England. In the post-match press conference, England captain Ben Stokes even joked about teammate Ben Foakes having a "man crush" on Jurel. Here are three must-read articles about his journey and significant moments in the Ranchi Test.
Dhruv Jurel: India's Rising Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Dhruv Jurel, the young wicketkeeper-batsman from Himachal Pradesh, has emerged as a promising talent in Indian cricket. He has impressed both fans and experts with his solid batting technique and composed temperament.
Jurel was born in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, on November 12, 1999. His father, Subedar Major Rattan Chand Jurel, is a Kargil War veteran. Jurel grew up in a small village and started playing cricket at a young age. He made his first-class debut for Himachal Pradesh in the 2018-19 season and quickly established himself as a regular member of the team.
In 2021, Jurel was selected for India's Under-19 team for the World Cup in the West Indies. He had a successful tournament, scoring 250 runs in six matches, including a century against Sri Lanka. His performances in the World Cup earned him a call-up to the India A team for the tour of England in 2022.
Jurel made his Test debut for India against England in the rescheduled fifth Test match at Edgbaston in July 2022. He scored a composed 39* in the second innings, helping India to a draw. In the following match at Trent Bridge, he scored a magnificent 90 in the first innings, helping India to a series-clinching victory.
FAQs:
What is Dhruv Jurel's age? Answer: 23 years (as of 2023)
Where was Dhruv Jurel born? Answer: Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh
What is Dhruv Jurel's highest Test score? Answer: 90
When did Dhruv Jurel make his Test debut? Answer: Against England in July 2022
Which team does Dhruv Jurel play for in domestic cricket? Answer: Himachal Pradesh
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