Dhruv Jurel Family

Dhruv Jurel is an Indian wicketkeeper-batter who has represented the Indian men’s cricket team in Tests and T20Is in international cricket. He came through the ranks of representing the Indian Under-19 cricket team at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2020. He made his international debut against England in Rajkot on February 15, 2024.

Who are Dhruv Jurel’s Parents?

Dhruv Jurel was born to his father Nem Singh Jurel and his mother Rajni Jurel on January 21, 2001, in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.

Dhruv Jurel’s Mother

According to The Times Of India, Rajni Jurel is Dhruv Jurel’s mother. She was the one who convinced Dhruv’s father to let him pursue his passion for cricket. According to India Today, Rajni Jurel sold her gold chain so Dhruv could buy a cricket kit. As a result, Dhruv wanted his mother’s sacrifices to be put to full use and was ascertained to fulfill his dream.

Dhruv Jurel’s Father

According to The Times Of India, Nem Singh Jurel is Dhruv Jurel’s father. According to the Rajasthan Royals’ official website, Nem Chand was a retired Havildar of the Indian Army and was a 1999 Kargil War veteran. Dhruv dedicated his Test debut to his father in February 2024.

Dhruv paid tribute to his father by saluting him after scoring a half-century for the Rajasthan Royals against the Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2024. Nem Chand wanted his son to pursue the National Defence Academy (NDA) test so that he could join the army like him.

Dhruv wanted to join the army, but his interest in cricket overshadowed it. According to India Today, Nem Chand was a disciplined man regarding his diet and training. As a result, he wanted Dhruv to take up a government job to secure his family. According to The Times Of India, Nem Singh Jurel retired from the 8 Jat regiment in 2008.

Who are Dhruv Jurel’s Siblings?

Dhruv Jurel’s parents Nem Singh Jurel and Rajni Jurel have two kids - Dhruv Jurel and his elder sister Neeru Kumari Jurel.

Dhruv Jurel’s Sister

According to Dhruv Jurel’s Instagram handle, Neeru Kumari Jurel is his elder sister. According to The Times Of India, Neeru Jurel recalled Dhruv’s fervor for cricket was fuelled by India’s ICC Cricket World Cup triumph in 2011.