IND vs ENG: Dhruv Jurel Namedrops Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma In Breaking His Selection News To His Father
Updated - 13 Jan 2024, 03:58 PM
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Uttar Pradesh wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel expressed his delight at being selected for the Indian team in the first two matches against England. Dhruv Jurel revealed the emotional response of his family upon learning about his inclusion in the senior Indian squad.
On Friday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 16-member squad for the home series, with Dhruv Jurel receiving his maiden call-up. The 22-year-old has been named as one of the three wicketkeepers in the squad, alongside KL Rahul and KS Bharat.
Jurel has scored 790 runs in 15 first-class matches at an impressive average of 46.47, including one century and five half-centuries. He played for India A in South Africa and kept wickets during the second unofficial Test. He played a decent knock of 69 runs in Benoni.
My Friends Told Me That I Have Been Selected – Dhruv Jurel
Dhruv Jurel mentioned that his friends informed him about his selection for the Indian Test team for the England series. He added that his family became emotional upon learning of his inclusion alongside senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
“My friends told me that I have been selected for the England series. I was very happy. I have performed well for India A. But I didn’t think about my selection for the senior team. I just focussed on performing well,” Dhurv told Dainik Jagran.
“When I told my dad, he was ecstatic. He asked me for which Indian team I have been selected. I said ‘the one with Rohit (Sharma) bhaiya and Virat (Kohli) bhaiya’. It was an emotional moment for the entire family.”
Jurel represents the Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The young batter showcased commendable performances for RR during the 2023 season. He scored 152 runs across 13 matches at an impressive strike rate of 172.73.
Would Try To Learn As Much As Possible – Dhruv Jurel
Dhruv Jurel said that he is looking forward to sharing the dressing room with cricketing heroes like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and head coach Rahul Dravid, aiming to learn as much as he can from the experience.
“I’m not concerned about others. I just want to focus on my game and keep believing.”
“I really don’t know what to say. I will share the dressing room with the heroes that I have watched on television. This will be an entirely different experience. I would try to learn as much as possible,” Jurel said.
KL Rahul took on the wicketkeeping role in the Test series against South Africa. However, he could struggle against skilled spinners on turning pitches. This could have contributed to Jurel’s selection in the Test squad, marking a dream moment for him.
Test Cricket Is Real Cricket – Dhruv Jurel
The wicketkeeper-batter considers himself fortunate to have the opportunity to represent his country in Test cricket, which he regards as the pinnacle of the sport.
“Test cricket is real cricket. It tests your character, your talent, your technique. I consider myself lucky that I have given an opportunity to represent my country at this level,” he concluded.
The first Test of the series between India and England is set to commence on January 25 in Hyderabad. The remaining matches are scheduled for Visakhapatnam (February 2-6), Rajkot (February 15-19), Ranchi (February 23-27), and Dharamsala (March 7-11).
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