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Dhruv Jurel’s remarkable performance in the second unofficial Test against Australia A has left fans and cricket analysts buzzing with excitement. Scoring a stunning 80 runs, Jurel showcased his batting prowess, helping India A recover from a precarious position and raising his profile ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
A standout performance from Dhruv Jurel
In a match where the Indian batting lineup faltered, Jurel emerged as a beacon of hope. Coming in at a critical juncture with India A struggling at 11 for 4, he played with composure and skill, anchoring the innings and steering his team to a total of 161 runs. His innings was marked by a blend of aggressive stroke play and solid technique, which not only rescued India A from potential embarrassment but also solidified his claim for a spot in the national team for the upcoming Test series against Australia.
Fans and experts react to Jurel’s brilliance
Fans have taken to social media to express their admiration for Jurel’s talent, emphasizing that his success is rooted in “no hype, no stunts, just raw talent.” This sentiment reflects a growing recognition of Jurel as a player who thrives under pressure and delivers when it matters most. Cricket pundits are now debating whether he should be preferred over KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan in the Test squad, especially given their inconsistent performances in the recent matches.
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Hats off to Dhruv Jurel!
– 1st Inning: 80 (186) from 11/4
– 2nd Inning: 68 (122) from 56/5He’s putting everything he has into the team. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/5gOariKz1V
— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel will be playing as a pure-batter in the first Test. #BGT #IndvAus
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) November 9, 2024
– 80(186) when India A was 11/4
– 68(122) when India A was 44/4
DHRUV JUREL has made a strong statement for playing in the BGT, two tough knocks, India has got a bright batting future in longer formats. 🙇💪 pic.twitter.com/zLwXWBIDJq
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel hits Fifty in 2nd innings too.
-Batting on 52* & he also made 80 in the First innings.
-India must Consider him for First Test as He is the only batter who is doing good in this Match at MCG for india.
Australian Commentator-"There is So much like about him"… pic.twitter.com/fJa0yKqdT2— Rohit Baliyan (@rohit_balyan) November 8, 2024
My first pick for the opening Test against Australia#DhruvJurel 😋 #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/HnmZDRSnwl
— Kumar Sourav (@AdamDhoni1) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel had no backing, no PR team pushing him. Guy just showed up on his own and delivered solid performances back to back. No hype, no stunts, just raw talent. Things like these, BCCI won't get it.#AUSAvINDA
— Sharon Solomon (@BSharan_6) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel has been included to the India A squad lately. He didn’t have a net session before the second game, but when he came to bat with India at 11/4 in the first innings, he played an outstanding knock of 80 runs off 186 balls. In the second innings, he came to the crease… pic.twitter.com/0dPLxErMjP
— Kashif (@cricupdatesonX) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel’s quick ascent in red-ball cricket after just 15 first-class games underlines a key trend: success in domestic tournaments, paired with the temperament shown in the IPL, is crucial for young talents…
With such exposure, they’re proving they belong on the big stage.— Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) November 9, 2024
Dhruv Jurel bhai dono innings mai top scorer 🫡🫡
— Bhavesh_30 (@Bhaveshbin11920) November 9, 2024
Jurel’s has been unreal! A solid 80 from 186 balls in the first innings, followed by a patient 68 off 122 balls in the second. He’s shown exceptional maturity and deserves a place in the BGT XI!#BorderGavaskarTrophy #DhruvJurel pic.twitter.com/7mwJuHF0OQ
— hritik bali (@hritik_bali) November 9, 2024
Chasing 168 for victory, Australia A were 76 for the loss of 4 wickets by the end of 30 overs on Day 3 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna, who picked 4 wickets in Australia A’s first innings, has claimed two scalps so far in the second essay.
