India’s young wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel Has once again attracted everyone’s attention with his excellent form by scoring two centuries in the ongoing second unofficial test against South Africa A At the Center of Excellence Ground, Bengaluru. His performance not only showed strength India A In a commanding position, but also earned high praise from India’s senior spinner Ravichandran AshwinWho praised Jurrell’s consistency and influence.
Ravichandran Ashwin explains why Dhruv Jurel should be in India’s playing XI for South Africa Test
Ashwin has thrown his weight behind Jurel, praising his remarkable consistency and suggesting that he fully deserves a place in India’s playing XI for the upcoming Test series against South Africa. Jurel’s consecutive centuries in the ongoing second unofficial Test at the Center of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru have made him a strong candidate for selection.
Reacting to Jurel’s stellar performance, Ashwin took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote: “Dhruv Jurel is making it very difficult for the coach and captain to drop him from the upcoming Test match. 100 runs in both innings of the unofficial Test against SA ‘A’.”
Ashwin’s post, which quickly gained popularity among cricket fans, reflects the growing perception that Jurel’s performance has gone beyond ‘A’ level. The off-spinner’s statement is being seen as a subtle message to the selectors – that the 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman has performed well enough to earn a place in the playing eleven for the South Africa series starting on November 14 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Dhruv Jurel is finding it very difficult for the coach and captain to drop him from the upcoming test match.
Centuries in both innings of the unofficial Test against SA ‘A’. #INDVSA
– Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) 8 November 2025
Jurel’s dream run continues
Jurel’s performance over the past few months has been nothing short of extraordinary. Earlier this year during the Test series against west indiesHe impressed with scores of 125, 44 and 6 not out, demonstrating maturity beyond his years. This confidence has also continued in Marques Ackerman’s ongoing series against South Africa A, where Jurel has been the standout performer for India A. In the first innings, the young right-hander scored an unbeaten 132 off 175 balls with the help of 12 fours and four sixes, taking India A to 255 runs. He then scored another century in the second innings and reached the milestone in 159 balls. His second century was marked by poise and aggression as he completed his century with a boundary tian van vuurenLater, 19 runs were scored in the same over.
Dilemma is arising regarding selection
Ashwin’s praise highlights the growing selection dilemma for the Indian team management. with Rishabh Pant The excellent form of Jurel, who has returned to the team after recovering from a leg injury, has made the choice between the two wicketkeepers difficult. Pant’s match-winning ability and experience is invaluable, but Jurel’s recent red-ball performances have made him an undeniable contender.
In just seven first-class matches, Jurel has scored 430 runs, including one century and one half-century, and has also impressed with his wicket-keeping skills. His ability to withstand pressure, build partnerships and accelerate when needed makes him a complete package for red-ball cricket.
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