On Friday, January 12, the Indian Cricket Board named the squad for the opening two Tests in the five-match series versus England. The most notable addition to the team was Dhruv Jurel, who received his first India call-up.
The 22-year-old gained notoriety in the IPL 2023 while playing for the Royals, amassing 152 runs with a strike rate of 172.73 over 11 innings. Despite this, Jurel has averaged 46.47 across the 15 games he has participated in, which is excellent for a first-class player.
After being selected, Jurel talked candidly about the struggles and his mother’s sacrifices in order for him to succeed as a cricket player with Dainik Jagran. Dhruv disclosed that his mother got cricket equipment for him by selling her gold necklace.
Dhruv Jurel spoke to Hindustan Times as he discussed his initial struggles to buy proper gear. He said, “I attended Army School, and during the holidays, I considered joining a cricket camp at Eklavya Stadium in Agra. I filled out the registration form without informing my dad. When he eventually found out, he scolded me. Despite this, he managed to borrow Rs 800 to purchase a cricket bat for me.”
The right-handed batter added, “Later, when I mentioned needing a complete cricket kit, my dad inquired about the cost, which I estimated to be around six to seven thousand rupees. He suggested I quit playing, but I was determined. I locked myself in the bathroom. In a surprising turn, my mom sold her gold chain to buy me the cricket kit.”
“I ask him about his preparations” : Dhruv Jurel on learning from IPL icons
The wicketkeeper-batter spoke about how he has been learning a lot in the Indian Premier League. He keeps taking notes from some of the legends in his IPL team, Rajasthan Royals.
The Rajasthan Royals wicketkeeper-batter added, “I also keep talking to Jos (Buttler) bhaiya. I ask him about his preparations. How he targets certain bowlers and builds his innings. I keep taking notes.”
Fans react as Dhruv Jurel reveals how his mother supported him for his first cricket kit: –
Dhruv Jurel said "My mother sold her only gold chain she had to buy my first cricket kit, my parents are truly my inspiration". [Jagran News/Abhishek Tripathi] pic.twitter.com/2M0VvUBk58
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 13, 2024
Dhruv Jurel's cricket journey: a golden sacrifice for a golden dream. Inspirational parents make the best team.
— Gururaj Koteyar (@Gururaj2083) January 13, 2024
Good luck Dhruv bhai ? pic.twitter.com/xuNDG4MqCx
— Pankaj (@Pankaj41627) January 13, 2024
That's a very emotional statement! Our parents have done a lot to give us all the comfort and amenities for our success. Give em all your love, as much as possible.
— Sæn (@TheHelmetPunch) January 13, 2024
No hate to him
But where is Ishan pic.twitter.com/GUqb8QR05N
— Muzaffarpur Now (@muzaffarpurlive) January 13, 2024
All the best dhruv ?
— ????? ? (@kohlixfear18) January 13, 2024
You deserve alot man
— Pawan Kumar ?? (@Prince11R) January 13, 2024
proud son of proud mother..?
— Malak Shah ?? (@MalakCric) January 13, 2024
Good find for RR last year, playing handy knocks at the death overs hope he continues to shine more this season and represent India in future
— Maniteja Pipperi (@ManitejaPipperi) January 13, 2024
Ab apne performance se khush krde
— TROLL PAKISTAN (@trollpakiistan) January 13, 2024
