Cricket-India unearth a 'gem' in Jurel to fill keeping void


FILE PHOTO: Cricket - Fourth Test - India v England - JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, India - February 25, 2024 India's Dhruv Jurel in action REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - A player-of-the-match award in only his second test, plaudits from the pundits and even a "man crush" from his England counterpart -- India wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel could not have dreamt of a better start to his international career.

Rishabh Pant's horrific car accident in December 2022 left India searching for someone who could match the 26-year-old's neat glovework and clean hitting.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Cricket

Cricket-India skipper Suryakumar backs opener Sharma despite three ducks in T20 World Cup
Cricket-Australia exit T20 World Cup with consolation win over Oman
Cricket-South Africa select five uncapped players for T20 tour to New Zealand
Cricket-Trott unsure of future but England coaching role appeals
Cricket-Australia coach defends World Cup planning, puts blame on players
Cricket-Afghanistan say farewell to coach Trott with T20 World Cup win over Canada
Cricket-Zimbabwe humble Sri Lanka ahead of Super Eights in T20 World Cup
Cricket-India's Kaur becomes highest-capped woman in international cricket
Cricket-West Indies finish group stage unbeaten after easing past Italy
Cricket-Sri Lanka's injury woes deepen as Pathirana ruled out of T20 World Cup

Others Also Read