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Dhruv Jurel Scores Maiden Test Century Against West Indies in Ahmedabad

The composed 190-ball effort strengthens his push to be viewed as a frontline batting option during Rishabh Pant’s injury layoff.

Overview

  • He finished on 125 after entering at No. 5, with the hundred arriving off 190 balls on Day 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
  • Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja put on a crucial 207-run stand for the fifth wicket to drive India’s innings forward.
  • He brought up the landmark with a boundary off Roston Chase, drawing a warm reception from teammates and the crowd.
  • Selected as the specialist wicketkeeper for this two-Test series, he got the nod after Pant was not cleared for match fitness at the NCA.
  • His celebration included a tribute to his father, Nem Chand, a war veteran, a gesture that quickly gained traction on social media.