IPL 2024: Dhruv Jurel Gets 'Salute' Welcome As He Joins Rajasthan Royals For Tournament - Watch Video
In a social media video, the Royals showcase Jurel's arrival at the hotel, where staff line up to salute him on a red carpet. The team's IPL 2024 debut against the Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur is scheduled for March 24th.
Indian wicket-keeper batter Dhruv Jurel has garnered significant acclaim for his recent stellar performances in the Indian cricket team's five-match home test series against England, marking an impressive debut in international cricket.
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Jurel showcased his prowess both behind the stumps and with the bat, drawing comparisons to legendary cricketer MS Dhoni from former Indian players.
Rajasthan Royals show overflowing affection for Dhruv Jurel
Now, the spotlight turns to the white-ball arena as the talented player gears up for action in the forthcoming 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Jurel will be representing the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2024, with his recent arrival in Jaipur to join the RR camp ahead of the tournament.
In the previous IPL season, 2023, Jurel played a pivotal role for RR as a finisher. He featured in 13 matches and impressively scored 152 runs at a staggering strike rate of 172.73.
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As Jurel arrived in Jaipur, the RR staff paid tribute to his recent achievements in the test format by lining up to greet him with salutes.
The heartwarming gesture was reciprocated by the young cricketer, who offered a salute in return as he made his way to his hotel room, a moment captured and shared on the franchise¡¯s social media platforms.
Dhruv Jurel's connection with salute gesture
During the test series against England, Jurel had previously explained the significance of the salute gesture, revealing that his father is a Kargil War veteran. He dedicated the gesture to express gratitude for his father's support and to honor the Indian army for their selfless service to the nation.
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Jurel also opened up about his personal struggles, highlighting how his maiden IPL contract worth 20 lakhs played a crucial role in alleviating his family's financial burdens. He shared how he used his earnings to pay off debts and purchase jewellery for his mother following his debut deal at the IPL 2022 auction.
The Rajasthan Royals are scheduled to kick off their IPL 2024 campaign against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on March 24.
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