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India.com
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4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer And...
photoDetails english 2934881 Updated:Jul 21, 2025, 06:49 PM IST 1. Dhruv Jurel 1 / 8 Rajasthan Royals showed massive trust in Dhruv Jurel by retaining him for a whopping Rs 14 crore ahead of the IPL mega auction. However, Dhruv Jurel failed to deliver up to the expectations during the IPL 2025 season. The-24-year-old Jurel scored 333 runs in 14 matches, with an average of 37.00 and strike rate of 156.33 during the IPL 2025 season. He failed to take RR over the victory on multiple occasions in the run chase during the season. Given his high salary and low return, Rajasthan Royals might consider releasing Jurel before the IPL 2026 auction. Dhruv Jurel's IPL Record 2 / 8 Young India wicket-keeper batter Dhruv Jurel has scored 680 runs in 42 IPL matches with an average of 28.33 and strike rate of 153.84 so far. 2. Tushar Deshpande 3 / 8 Tushar Deshpande was picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 6.50 crore during the mega auction. After showing his wicket-taking ability and fighting spirit at CSK in the last few editions, Tushar failed to deliver for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 season. Tushar has picked 9 wickets in 10 matches of IPL 2025 with an poor economy rate of 10.62 before getting dropped from the Rajasthan Royals playing XI in the last few matches. Given his ordinary show with the ball, Deshpande might be released by Rajasthan Royals before the IPL 2026 auction. Tushar Deshpande's IPL Record 4 / 8 Tushar Deshpande, who emerged as the CSK's highest wicket-taker in their title-winning campaign in 2023, has picked 51 wickets in 46 IPL matches so far. 3. Shimron Hetmyer 5 / 8 Shimron Hetmyer, the destructive finisher who was a mainstay in the Royals middle-order during the last cycle from 2022 to 2024, was retained by Rajasthan Royals for 11 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 season. However, Hetmyer failed to finish games for RR during the IPL 2025 season. The 28-year-old Hetmyer scored 239 runs in 14 matches of IPL 2025 with an average of 21.72 and strike rate of 145.73. Considering his ordinary performance and high salary, Rajasthan Royals might consider releasing Hetmyer to buy someone new for the finisher's role during the IPL 2026 auction. Shimron Hetmyer's IPL Record 6 / 8 Shimron Hetmyer, who is known for his aggressive batting and finishing abilities, has scored 1482 runs in 86 IPL matches with an average of 29.05 and strike rate of 151.84 so far. 4. Wanindu Hasaranga 7 / 8 Wanindu Hasaranga was picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 5.25 crore during the IPL mega auction. The franchise had high hopes from the Sri Lankan spinner but he failed to deliver up to the expectations. Hasaranga picked 11 wickets in 11 matches of IPL 2025 with an economy rate of 9.04. Given his ordinary performance with the ball, RR might consider releasing Hasaranga before the IPL 2026 auction. Wanindu Hasaranga's IPL Record 8 / 8 Wanindu Hasaranga, who is a popular choice in global franchise leagues, has picked 46 wickets in 37 matches with an economy rate of 8.41 during his IPL career so far.
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11 hours ago
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Team Indias Probable Playing XI For 4th Test Vs England: Will Jasprit Bumrah Play? Is Rishabh Pant Fit? Karun Nair To Be Dropped?
photoDetails english 2934569 India vs England 4th Test: Team India Predicted Playing 11 – Key Changes Expected - Ahead of the India vs England 4th Test at Old Trafford, Manchester, Team India is set to make crucial changes due to injuries. With Arshdeep Singh, Akash Deep, and Nitish Reddy likely ruled out, debutant Anshul Kamboj could enter the playing XI. Rishabh Pant may play as a specialist batter, while Dhruv Jurel takes up wicket-keeping duties. KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill lead the top order, with Jadeja and Sundar providing all-round options. Bumrah returns to bolster the pace attack alongside Siraj. This match is vital for India's series hopes in the ongoing England tour. Updated:Jul 21, 2025, 08:38 AM IST 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal: India's Rock-Solid Opener 1 / 12 Yashasvi Jaiswal is in red-hot form, dominating England's bowling with consistency. His aggressive starts provide momentum and set the tone for India's innings—expect fireworks at the top. 2. KL Rahul: The Experience India Needs 2 / 12 KL Rahul's calm temperament and adaptability in English conditions make him a key asset at the top. His dual role as a reliable opener and slip fielder remains vital in high-pressure games. 3. Karun Nair: Last Chance to Cement His Spot? 3 / 12 Despite underwhelming returns, Karun Nair might retain his place. A failure here could open the door for Sai Sudharsan, making this a do-or-die outing for the middle-order batter. 4. Shubman Gill (Captain): Leading from the Front 4 / 12 Gill's leadership is under scrutiny after mixed results. His form with the bat and tactical decisions will be critical as he guides a relatively young squad in this pressure game. 5. Rishabh Pant: Playing as a Specialist Batter 5 / 12 Still recovering from injury, Pant is likely to play purely as a batter. His counter-attacking approach could tilt the momentum, but he won't be donning the gloves this time. 6. Dhruv Jurel: Gloves of Responsibility 6 / 12 With Pant unfit to keep, Dhruv Jurel steps in as wicket-keeper. His solid glove work and ability to bat under pressure make him a valuable lower-order addition. 7. Ravindra Jadeja: India's Spin All-rounder Backbone 7 / 12 Jadeja brings unmatched balance with his left-arm spin and reliable lower-order batting. In England's tricky conditions, his control with the ball will be a game-changer. 8. Washington Sundar: The Quiet Game-Changer 8 / 12 With Nitish Reddy ruled out, Sundar is set to play as the second all-rounder. His economy, ability to hold one end, and useful batting make him a tactical asset. 9. Anshul Kamboj: Sensational Debut on the Cards 9 / 12 All eyes on Anshul Kamboj, who could debut after injuries to Akash Deep and Arshdeep Singh. The 10-wicket Ranji hero and IPL performer is India's X-factor pacer to watch. 10. Jasprit Bumrah: India's Ace Returns 10 / 12 After a 10-day rest, Bumrah is expected to return to lead the pace attack. His reverse swing and leadership with the ball are vital in England's overcast conditions. 11. Mohammed Siraj: The Relentless Workhorse 11 / 12 Siraj's bounce, seam, and aggression make him the perfect partner for Bumrah. With the new ball or old, Siraj's intensity will be key to dismantling England's batting order. 12 / 12
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2 days ago
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If Rishabh Pant plays as specialist batter, then who will keep wickets for India in the 4th Test?
Besides the stinging dilemma about Jasprit Bumrah, Team India faces a headache regarding the role of wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant ahead of the start of the 4th Test. Considering the batter sustained a finger injury during England's first innings at Lord's and did not keep wickets for the rest of the match, it is uncertain whether Pant will enter the Manchester Test as the designated keeper or if his role will be restricted to a specialist batter. Back-up keeper Dhruv Jurel filled in for him behind the stumps at Lord's. Thus, a similar case could prevail in the 4th Test. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Team India successfully enforced the substitute fielder role at Lord's, and hence, Dhruv Jurel was introduced to the scene. As a proxy keeper, Jurel was decent behind the wickets, but on occasions, his inexperience was apparent. Nevertheless, the batting duty still had to be carried out by Rishabh Pant, who managed to score 74 and 9 in the match. He looked to attack and played his routine game in both innings, giving out the impression that the injury did not affect his batting. This way, both areas were effectively covered without any compromise. Also Read | Manjrekar questions Gill's Kohli-like aggression: 'You don't have to show it when you're captain' Who can keep wickets if Rishabh Pant starts as a specialist batter? As per a latest update, Rishabh Pant has not fully recovered. Therefore, there are realistic chances that he will feature at Old Trafford as a specialist batsman. In this situation, India will have to start with a new keeper, as the ICC rule does not allow any team to start the match with a substitute on the field. In this case, either KL Rahul or Dhruv Jurel, the other two options available in the squad who can keep wickets, will have to start the match as the designated wicketkeeper. KL Rahul will be in the playing XI. Hence, he can replace Rishabh Pant as the wicketkeeper in the 4th Test. In this case, Rishabh Pant can start as a pure batter, and India can start the Test with the same XI that took the field in the 3rd Test. However, in case Dhruv Jurel comes into the XI as the wicketkeeper, then someone will have to make way for him.
Deccan Herald
4 days ago
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- Deccan Herald
Pant on course for fourth Test
The vice-captain injured his left index finger while keeping during the first innings of the Lord's Test, and although he batted, Dhruv Jurel donned the gloves for much of the match. Pant, who didn't bat nor keep, just took part in the regular exercises, did a bit of running and played a game of foot volley.
Khaleej Times
6 days ago
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- Khaleej Times
India captain Gill says Pant should be fit to play in fourth Test
India captain Shubman Gill said the finger injury suffered by Rishabh Pant in the third Test against England is not overly serious and the wicketkeeper-batsman should be able to play in the next match in Manchester. Pant injured the index finger of his left hand when trying to collect a delivery from Bumrah during England's first innings at Lord's. Pant completed the over but did not keep wickets afterwards, though he batted in both innings. Dhruv Jurel replaced him behind the stumps for the remainder of the Test, which England won by 22 runs to go 2-1 up in the five-match series. "Rishabh went for scans and there is no major injury there," Gill told reporters. "I think he should be fine for the next test match." Pant is the second-highest scorer in the series with his tally of 425 from six innings, which includes two hundreds, second only to Gill's 607. Tempers flared throughout the contest at the home of cricket and India seamer Mohammed Siraj was slapped with a fine and one demerit point for his reaction after taking the wicket of England opener Ben Duckett. Gill said the "heat" had spiced up the series but the teams respected each other. "You're giving everything physically and mentally, so there are going to moments where there's going to be a little bit of heat from both sides," the 25-year-old said. "I think that's what makes it so exciting, that's what makes it more challenging. "But the next time we play each other, there won't be (any bad blood). There's a lot of admiration within for the two teams." The fourth Test at Old Trafford begins on July 23.
