In a unique and engaging training session ahead of the India vs. Australia 4th Test, Team India participated in a fielding competition divided into three groups, captained by Dhruv Jurel, Sarfaraz Khan, and Mohammed Siraj. The youngest member of the Indian cricket team, Dhruv Jurel, led his team to victory, showcasing exceptional leadership skills.
Target hitting with points system 🎯
3 groups led by young captains 🧢
Cash reward on the line 💰
Fun, energy and intensity – #TeamIndia gears up for the Melbourne Test with a lively fielding drill with Fielding coach T Dilip 💥#AUSvIND
— BCCI (@BCCI) December 23, 2024
Jurel’s team, comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubman Gill, Prasidh Krishna, and Washington Sundar, outperformed teams led by senior players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. This victory in the fielding drill earned Jurel’s group a reward of $300, a testament to their collective efforts and promising skills.
A healthy sign for Indian cricket
The success of Jurel’s team in defeating groups led by cricketing stalwarts like Kohli and Sharma signals a bright future for Indian cricket. The innovative competition brought out the best in the young brigade and was a morale booster for the team.
India vs Australia Boxing Day Test
Team India is now gearing up for the crucial Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, starting December 26. With the third Test ending in a draw, a victory in the fourth match is critical to keeping India’s hopes alive for the ICC World Test Championship final.