Former Indian batter and commentator Aakash Chopra has backed Dhruv Jurel to be a regular member of the Indian Test side as the wicket-keeper. In a video, Aakash Chopra said that Dhruv Jurel’s name should be considered alongside the likes of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant for the keeping role in the upcoming Test series for India.
The cricket expert also lauded Jurel for his calmness and ability to play the spin well. It must be mentioned that Jurel scored 90 runs off 149 deliveries to help India post 307 and limit their first-innings deficit to 46. Coming out to bat in the second innings of the match, Jurel held his composure and formed a match-winning partnership with Shubman Gill to seal the deal for the home side.
Son of Kargil war hero: Aakash Chopra on Dhruv Jurel
Earlier in a video shared on his YouTube channel, Chopra praised Jurel for playing a valiant knock under pressure. “Dhruv Jurel is the story. He did an amazing job. A 90-run knock, it wasn’t a century but it wasn’t less than that either. When the day started, I felt India might concede a lead close to 90 runs because you were behind by 134 runs, Jurel was there with Kuldeep, and the second-new ball was about to be due.”
“Dhruv Jurel is the son of a Kargil war hero. The passion to fight for the country flows in his blood,” the former India opener added.
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