IPL 2026 | I bring front-line mindset to the crease: Dhruv Jurel
Dhruv Jurel's exceptional wicketkeeping, including a stunning stumping of Cameron Green, earned praise from Sachin Tendulkar. Jurel, who views wicketkeeping as the best seat in the house, draws inspiration from his Army background for his mental toughness and discipline. He also expresses a deep love for Test cricket, considering it the ultimate test of character.
JAIPUR: It was a truly instinctive and athletic piece of wicketkeeping as Dhruv Jurel, playing his part to perfection for Rajasthan Royals, stumped Cameron Green of Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden last Sunday. Even Sachin Tendulkar singled out his presence of mind. “Only one stump in sight, on the move and done in the blink of an eye!
Simply magnificent Dhruv Jurel,” he posted on X. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!
Jurel was partially unsighted as Green moved forward and across to counter a Ravi Bishnoi googly that spun viciously down the leg side. The 25-year-old gloveman reacted in a flash. Diving full-length to his left to collect the ball, tumbling and off-balance, he managed a blind, behind-the-back flick that arrowed straight into the stumps.
For Jurel, being behind the stumps offers the best possible view of the game. “It helps me understand the game better. The best seat in the house,” he told TOI.