Young Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel is making a bold statement with his performance both as batter and gloveman in the absence of Rishabh Pant in the ongoing two-match Test series against the West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Dhruv Jurel was picked as the specialist wicketkeeper for the ongoing two-match Test series against the West Indies after Rishabh Pant failed to regain match fitness at the NCA. And the youngster grabbed the opportunity with both hands and repaid the faith shown by the selectors in style.
Dhruv Jurel's heartwarming celebration after hitting maiden Test ton leave fans impressed
After impressing with his job behind the wickets on Day 1, Jurel smashed a brilliant first-ever Test century in thrilling style to stake his authority on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad. However, it was Jurel’s celebration that stole the show.
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The 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter reached the landmark with a boundary off Roston Chase, sending the ball racing past mid-on to bring up his maiden Test century. As the ball crossed the ropes, Jurel’s wide smile showed just how much the milestone meant to him.
Jurel first raised his bat high, then shifted it to his left hand in a quirky gesture that left even one and all wondering what it meant, but the pride was clear in his eyes. His unique celebration was a heart-melting tribute to his Kargil war veteran father, and it has now gone viral on social media.
THE CELEBRATIONS OF DHRUV JUREL FOR HIS FATHER. ❤️?- What a feeling for Dhruv Jurel to complete his first Test Hundred for India...!!!!!pic.twitter.com/jv0QwHW61u
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) October 3, 2025Ravindra Jadeja, who was standing at the non-striker’s end, clapped enthusiastically as he congratulated the young batter on reaching the landmark. On the other hand, the Indian dressing room and dugout clapped for Jurel for making the most of the opportunity on a big stage.
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