Rishabh Pant Out, Dhruv Jurel In: India Names Young Wicketkeeper for ODI Series

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News18•11-01-2026, 10:23
Rishabh Pant Out, Dhruv Jurel In: India Names Young Wicketkeeper for ODI Series
- •Dhruv Jurel replaces Rishabh Pant in India's ODI squad for the New Zealand series.
- •Pant was ruled out due to a side strain injury sustained during a practice session in Vadodara.
- •The injury, caused by a throwdown specialist's ball hitting his ribs, is expected to take at least 10 days to heal.
- •Jurel, in brilliant form for Uttar Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, has amassed 558 runs in seven games.
- •His performance includes two hundreds and four fifties, leading Uttar Pradesh to the top of their group.
Why It Matters: Dhruv Jurel steps into India's ODI squad after Rishabh Pant's injury, showcasing his strong form.
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