Overview

• The 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batter reached 125 on Day 2 of the opening Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad.
• Jurel said his salute after fifty was for his Kargil-veteran father, while his hundred celebration honored the Indian Army.
• His innings helped India close on 448 for five, with KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja also scoring centuries.
• He described the tribute as a long-held plan and reiterated his deep respect for soldiers’ service.
• Rediff reported the knock lasted 210 balls and included 15 fours and three sixes.