Dhruv Jurel's Maiden Century Sparks Bold Prediction: Can He Play as Pure Batter Alongside Rishabh Pant?

Dhruv Jurel's maiden Test century (125 off 210 balls) against West Indies prompted Irfan Pathan to predict the wicketkeeper-batter could play as a pure specialist batsman for India, potentially alongside Rishabh Pant rather than just as his backup.

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The Cricket Standard Desk

October 5, 2025

Dhruv Jurel and Rishab Pant during the different practice sessions.