• India's young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel played a breathtaking knock of 90 runs to sail India out of danger in Ranchi Test.

  • Irfan Pathan, Harsha Bhogle, Wasim Jaffer and others praised Jurel for his brilliant effort.

‘He is a king’: Twitter reacts as Dhruv Jurel’s fighting knock sails India out of danger but he misses on his well-deserved ton
Dhruv Jurel (Image Source: Twitter)

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The Ranchi Test between India and England has become the stage for emerging talents from the subcontinent to shine, and the latest sensation is Dhruv Jurel. His remarkable display on Day 3 of the fourth Test not only rescued India from a precarious situation but also garnered praise from fans and experts alike. Despite missing out on a well-deserved century, Jurel’s fighting knock has set social media abuzz with admiration and accolades.

Dhruv Jurel steers India out of precarious situation:

Resuming their innings at 219/7, the Indian team faced a daunting challenge against England’s exceptional bowling unit. All eyes were on the pair of Kuldeep Yadav and Jurel to see if they could withstand the pressure in the morning session. The duo not only lived up to expectations but frustrated the English bowlers, making it difficult for them to break the partnership.

Jurel’s brilliance

While Kuldeep departed after contributing 28 runs off 131 deliveries, Jurel continued to add crucial runs to the scoreboard. The young wicket-keeper batter showcased his talent with a brilliant knock of 90 runs, including six fours and four sixes. His resilient innings not only steered India out of danger but also reduced the lead to below 50 runs as the home side finished their first innings at a score of 307. Despite falling short of a century, Jurel’s contribution was monumental.

Twitter erupts with praises

As news of Jurel’s remarkable innings spread, social media platforms were flooded with praiseworthy messages. Fans and cricket enthusiasts lauded his character, resilience, and tough mentality on the field. Many took to Twitter to thank him for his efforts, drawing attention to the fact that his father was a Kargil war hero, and now Dhruv is exemplifying similar courage on the cricketing front.

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A salute to Jurel

The salute celebration by Jurel upon reaching his fifty resonated with fans, who reciprocated with messages saying they salute him for his efforts. The symbolic gesture not only reflected the acknowledgement of Jurel’s fighting spirit but also connected with the larger sentiment of patriotism and dedication to the country.

Here’s how netizens reacted:

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