After a disappointing loss in the first unofficial test against Australia A, India A is gearing up for a comeback in the second test match. The first game saw a brilliant century by Sai Sudharsan, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. With the addition of KL Rahul and Dhruv Jurel, India A is looking to give a tough competition to the hosts in the match that will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Fans can expect a thrilling and action-packed game between these two talented sides.
Team India dominated in their first T20I match against South Africa, winning by a whopping 61 runs in Durban. In the Pro Kabaddi League, table-toppers Puneri Paltan will be playing on Saturday, November 9. Sanju Samson made history by becoming the fourth player to score consecutive hundreds in men's T20Is. ACC has also unveiled the schedule for the U19 Men's Asia Cup 2024, with India and Pakistan placed in Group A. Dhruv Jurel continued his impressive form by scoring consecutive fifties in the second unofficial Test against Australia A.
The match between India A and Australia A in Melbourne has begun with a thrilling first day of play. Dhruv Jurel of India A showed his prowess with the bat, hitting a six among other impressive shots. Don't miss out on the action, subscribe now to watch the rest of the match!
As the deadline for the IPL franchises to reveal their list of retained players draws near, some surprising news has emerged from the camp of Rajasthan Royals. Out of their star-studded squad, the franchise is all set to release Jos Buttler and Yuzvendra Chahal, while retaining young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Riyan Parag, and Sandeep Sharma. The retention of young wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel, who has been in top form for RR, is also being considered via the Right To Match card. Meanwhile, RCB is reportedly looking to hand over the captaincy reins back to Virat Kohli for the upcoming 25th edition of the IPL.
Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant will not be keeping wickets on the third day of the opening Test against New Zealand due to an injury to his knee incurred during the second day's play. After being hit by a delivery from Ravindra Jadeja, Pant was replaced by Dhruv Jurel for the remainder of the match as a precautionary measure. The Indian team management is monitoring Pant's progress and hopes for his return to the field tomorrow. His previous multiple surgeries on the same knee are a concern for his safety and recovery.
In an exclusive interview, former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel suggests giving a chance to Yash Dayal to play in the second Test against Bangladesh, saying it will be a great opportunity to see a left-arm pacer in action for India. With the return of Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul in the Test setup, Parthiv also believes that both Sarfaraz Ahmed and Dhruv Jurel will have to wait for their chances to make a comeback in the team.
The Rest of India squad for the Irani Trophy has been announced, with Ruturaj Gaikwad named as the captain. The team will face off against Mumbai, the 2023/24 Ranji champions, from October 1st to 5th. Dhruv Jurel and Yash Dayal, currently with Team India, will join the ROI squad but their participation is subject to them not being selected for the second Test against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, and Ajinkya Rahane will feature for Mumbai, while Sarfaraz Khan was released from the Indian squad for the Test, with the MCA selection committee set to pick their squad for the game on Tuesday.
With the seniors retired and returning World Cup squad members for India, the five-match T20 series against Zimbabwe is an opportunity for the young players to prove themselves on the international stage. Shubman Gill, the captain and a product of IPL, will open alongside his childhood friend Abhishek Sharma. The squad also features debutants Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel, as well as comeback Khaleel Ahmed, making it a new and exciting look for India in T20 cricket.
The Indian cricket team has announced their squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, with youngsters Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Nitish Reddy earning their maiden call-ups. The squad, led by Shubman Gill, also includes the likes of Tushar Deshpande and Dhruv Jurel, who have impressed with their performances in the domestic circuit and the Indian Premier League. Veteran players like Sanju Samson and Khaleel Ahmed have also been included to provide experience and stability to the team.
Rajasthan Royals finally clinched their first victory after a string of losses, defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a thrilling chase. Despite impressive performances from Ravichandran Ashwin and Trent Boult, the Challengers were unable to defend their total of 172. The Royals, led by captain Sanju Samson, faced a few hiccups in their chase but ultimately emerged victorious with young players Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel leading the charge. A sharp throw from Virat Kohli resulted in Jurel's run-out, adding to the tension of the match, but the Royals were able to secure the win in the end.