Dhruv Jurel is an Indian international cricketer known for his skills as a right-handed batter and wicket-keeper. He has gained recognition for his performances in domestic cricket and represented India in the U19 World Cup, showcasing his talent at a young age.
Dhruv Jurel Career Overview
IPL Career Statistics
Matches: 28
Runs: 347
Highest Score: 56* (vs Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Batting Average: 23.13
Strike Rate: 151.52
Fifties: 2
Fours: 29
Sixes: 16
International Career Statistics
Test Matches: 4
Runs: 445
Highest Score: 90
Batting Average: 40.40
Strike Rate: 53.15
Fifties: 1
Fours: 14
Sixes: 7
Dhruv Jurel, born on January 21, 2001, in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, is a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman. He plays for the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL and has made his international debut in 2024, with a total of 28 IPL matches and 347 runs to his name.
Early Career and U19 World Cup
- Dhruv Jurel rose to prominence during the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2020 in South Africa.
- He served as the vice-captain of the Indian team that reached the final.
- His performances in the tournament highlighted his potential as a future star in Indian cricket.
IPL Career
- Jurel made his IPL debut in 2023 for the Rajasthan Royals.
- He scored an unbeaten 32 runs as an Impact Player against the Punjab Kings in his debut match.
- Over two seasons, he has played 28 matches, scoring a total of 347 runs with a highest score of 56* against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- His batting average stands at 23.13, with a strike rate of 151.52, including 2 fifties and 29 fours.
Domestic Career:
Jurel represents Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket. He made a significant impact in the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy by scoring 249 runs against Nagaland, showcasing his potential as a top-order batsman.
International Career:
In early 2024, Jurel received his maiden call-up to the Indian national team for the Test series against England. He made his Test debut in the third match in Rajkot, contributing a crucial 46 runs. In the subsequent Test in Ranchi, he scored 90 and 39 not out, earning the Player of the Match award.
Indian Premier League (IPL):
Jurel was signed by Rajasthan Royals (RR) ahead of the 2022 IPL season for a base price of INR 20 lakh. Although he did not play in the 2022 season, he made his IPL debut in 2023, impressing with his power-hitting in the death overs. That season, he scored 152 runs from 11 innings, averaging 21.71 with a strike rate of 172.72.
Playing Style:
Jurel is known for his aggressive batting and sharp wicketkeeping skills. His ability to perform under pressure has made him a valuable asset in both domestic and international cricket.