Dhruv Jurel made history in Bengaluru by becoming only the second Indian player to score centuries in both innings of an ‘A-Test’ match, matching Naman Ojha’s 2014 feat against Australia A.
Continuing his fine form, Jurel scored 127 in the second innings*, following a century in the first, as India A declared at 382/7, setting a 416-run lead over South Africa A. His composed innings, featuring 15 fours and a six, highlighted his growing maturity in red-ball cricket.
Earlier, captain Rishabh Pant caused concern after being hit multiple times by pacer Tshepo Moraki, forcing him to retire hurt on 17. However, he later returned and played a brisk 65 off 54 balls, easing fitness worries ahead of the upcoming Test series against South Africa on November 14.
Jurel’s twin tons were the standout performance of the match, underlining his rising stature in Indian cricket.
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