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Dhruv Jurel Hails Gambhir’s Support After Asia Cup Omission, Sets Sights on Duleep Trophy Captaincy

Jitesh Sharma was preferred as wicketkeeper for the Asia Cup as Jurel missed India’s 15.

London: India's coach Gautam Gambhir and Dhruv Jurel during a training session ahead of the fifth Test cricket match between India and England, in London, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar) (PTI07_29_2025_000308A)
India's batter Dhruv Jurel plays a shot during the fifth Test match between India and England, at The Oval cricket ground, in London. (PTI)
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Dhruv Jurel and Gautam Gambhir | Image: ANI

Overview

  • Jurel was left out of India’s 15-member Asia Cup squad, with Jitesh Sharma earning selection and Sanju Samson also in the mix at keeper in Rishabh Pant’s absence.
  • Reporting differs on his standby status, with Hindustan Times and India Today listing him among reserves and SportsTak saying he was not named there.
  • Jurel said Gautam Gambhir’s message that he would “always stand behind” him has lifted his confidence and kept him motivated.
  • He will captain Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy starting this week in Bengaluru and says he wants to transfer lessons from the England tour to domestic cricket.
  • Addressing talk of Rajasthan Royals leadership for IPL 2026, Jurel said the role is secondary to contributing fully and that his goal is to help the team win the title.