Will Jurel Be Dropped When Pant Returns?

The question now is whether Dhruv Jurel will have to be dropped from the playing XI upon Pant’s return. Pant has long been the first-choice wicketkeeper for the Indian Test team, and his aggressive batting and brilliant keeping make his place in the team seem secure. While Dhruv Jurel has succeeded in making the most of his opportunity, there does not seem to be a threat to Pant’s place. Still, Jurel’s performance has presented the selectors with a new challenge. Meanwhile, Dhruv Jurel’s century has increased the pressure on young batsman Sai Sudarshan. Sudarshan has made only one half-century in 7 innings of 4 matches in his Test career. He was out for just 7 runs in the first innings of the Ahmedabad Test. The lack of a big innings from Sudarshan has raised questions about his place. If Sudarshan does not improve his performance soon, Jurel can emerge as a strong option in his place and remain in the playing XI as a batsman.