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[Saba Sports News] In his debut match for India against England in Rajkot, newcomer Dhruv Jurel turned heads with a commendable performance, scoring 46 runs and showcasing sharp wicketkeeping skills. This performance caught the attention of captain Rohit Sharma.
As India prepares for the fourth Test in Ranchi, Jurel shared his admiration for MS Dhoni, recounting his memorable first encounter with the cricket icon during IPL 2021. Despite feeling shy to ask for a photo after a Rajasthan Royals vs. CSK match, Jurel cherishes the advice Dhoni, the Chennai Super Kings captain, has given him.
Jurel recalled the surreal feeling of meeting Dhoni, questioning if it was a dream. He expressed his eagerness to meet Dhoni again, especially after an international match, valuing the learning experiences from their interactions. His performance in Rajkot has solidified his position in the team, especially in the wake of Rishabh Pant’s absence.
“I was just watching him and I stood up and started thinking whether this is 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,” Jurel shared in a video posted by BCCI. “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 hope that I get a chance to meet him during the fourth Test at Ranchi,” he added.
With KS Bharat and Ishan Kishan not cementing their spots for various reasons, Jurel’s successful debut has put him in a good position to continue as a key player in the series and possibly earn a central contract.