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In a crucial step ahead of the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, reports have emerged indicating that Dhruv Trevally is ready to replace RISHABH PANTS as India’s goalkeeper. This decision comes after Pant’s disappointing performances and continued concerns over his fitness during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.
Rishabh Pant’s Recent Struggles
Pant’s form has come under scrutiny, having scored just 154 runs in four matches, at an average of just 22. His scores throughout the series have been inconsistent, with innings of 37, 1, 21, 28, 9, 28 and 30. This lackluster performance has led to growing speculation about his place in the starting XI for the upcoming Test against Australia. The Indian team management seems to be seriously weighing its options as Pant’s recent outings have not lived up to expectations.
The rise of Dhruv Jurel
In contrast, Mackerel has presented convincing arguments for selection. He recently put in impressive performances for India A against Australia A at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scoring consecutive fifties with innings of 80 and 68. His ability to handle fast bowling and challenging pitch conditions has positioned him as a strong contender for the title. goalkeeper role. Despite limited opportunities at international level (having played just one Test this season in which he scored 11 and 1), Jurel’s domestic form has been notable. He also scored 93 runs for Rajasthan in the Iran Trophy against Mumbai, showing his potential as a wicket-keeper and middle-order batsman.
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A change of strategy
While Jurel may not possess the same explosive batting style as Pant, his reliability could provide much-needed stability to India’s middle-order. The team is reportedly looking for options that can improve their performance in conditions that favor seam movement and spin bowling.
