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Young Indian wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel prefers to focus on the present rather than dwell on his competition with Rishabh Pant and Ishan Kishan for the Test team’s wicketkeeper position.
Jurel made his international debut in the Test series against England earlier this year, where he impressed with his poise and performance across the three matches.
Despite his strong showing, Jurel’s place in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh is not assured, especially with Rishabh Pant returning to the squad. Additionally, Ishan Kishan’s recent form in the Buchi Babu tournament adds another layer of competition for Jurel.
Dhruv Jurel speaks out about the rivalry with Rishabh Pant and Ishan Kishan for a spot in the Indian team.
In a recent chat with Sports Tak, Dhruv Jurel opened up about his rivalry with Rishabh Pant and Ishan Kishan. He emphasized his desire to stay focused on the present without succumbing to extra pressure. This discussion took place during a charity match, where the proceeds were given to cancer survivors and patients.
“I have always believed that I just want to take it one day at a time. I don’t want to take unnecessary pressure. Today, I am playing for a good cause and my practice will be good too. I am just thinking about the opposition team right now and not something else. I am just thinking about the present and will take everything day-by-day,” Jurel said.
Dhruv Jurel discusses the Rajasthan Royals’ retention strategy.
When questioned about the Rajasthan Royals’ retention strategy for the IPL 2025 mega-auction, Dhruv Jurel mentioned that he was unable to reveal any details due to the confidential nature of the information and chose to keep it under wraps.
“Even if it is ongoing, I can’t tell you here as it is very confidential. You will soon get to know about it in November,” the 23-year-old replied.
Dhruv Jurel’s IPL record
Dhruv Jurel has been a part of the Rajasthan Royals since the 2022 IPL season, showcasing his impressive talent through several notable performances. Known for his ability to handle pressure with composure, Jurel has made significant contributions as a lower middle-order batsman, amassing 347 runs at an average of 23.13 and a striking rate of 151.53. Beyond his batting prowess, he also excels as a reliable wicketkeeper.
In his debut Test series for India, Jurel made a strong impression, accumulating 190 runs across three Tests at an average of 63.33. His crucial innings of 90 and an unbeaten 39 in the fourth Test at Ranchi played a pivotal role in securing the series victory before the final Test. His stellar performances earned him the Player of the Match award for his match-winning knocks in both innings, and his wicketkeeping was exceptional behind India’s top spinners.
