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Dhruv Jurel recalls first-ever interaction with former Team India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Dhruv Jurel fell four runs short of his maiden fifty for India during his Test debut against England in Rajkot.
Dhruv Jurel, the upcoming Indian wicketkeeper, spoke about his first encounter with MS Dhoni while playing in the IPL 2021 campaign. Jurel claimed he was in disbelief to be standing next to the renowned batter-wicketer.
Before India and England’s Ranchi Test match, Jurel spoke about his first impressions of meeting MS Dhoni in an IPL 2021 video that the Indian Cricket Board posted on X. He said he gave himself a pinch to be sure it wasn’t a dream.
Since then, Jurel and Dhoni have chatted several times. Regarding his encounters with Dhoni, the Indian wicketkeeper stated, “I was just watching him and I stood up and started thinking is this MS Dhoni standing in front of me. My first interaction with him was in IPL 2021 which was my first season. At that time, I was pinching myself to see whether it is a dream or not.”
The Rajasthan Royals batter said that, “My dream is to meet Mahi bhai especially after the match after an international game. Whenever I have talked to him, I have always learnt something new from him so I will hope that I get a chance to meet him during the fourth Test at Ranchi.”
It is going to be intriguing to find out if Dhruv Jurel is able to assist the Indian team safeguard an untouchable 3-1 lead in Ranchi. MS Dhoni, the former captain of India, stopped by the JSCA Stadium Complex in recent times.
Dhruv Jurel and India look to seal Test series against England
Dhruv Jurel made his Test debut during the Rajkot Test match versus England and played an essential 46-run knock that helped India capture an enormous victory. The young wicketkeeper is expected to retain his spot in the starting eleven for the fourth Test.
India defeated England in Rajkot by a massive margin of 434 runs. Dhruv Jurel was impressive behind the wickets as he was able to initiate a crucial run-out.
