Dhruv Jurel scores century as India declares first innings at 503
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Dhruv Jurel scored a hard-earned century in Colombo, contributing significantly to India's first innings total of 503 for 9, declared on Day 2 of the ongoing Test. The pressure on Jurel has been notable, especially with Sarfaraz Khan challenging for his spot. After a disappointing last series against South Africa, this has been a vital opportunity for Jurel to secure his place in the team. His century comes after scoring only 29 runs in his previous four innings, showcasing his improvement when it mattered most. Jurel's partnership with Mohammed Siraj proved crucial as they navigated early pressures from Sri Lankan bowlers at the Sinhalese Sports Club.
- •Jurel scores a century, reaching 100 runs in Colombo
- •India declares first innings at 503 for 9
- •Jurel's performance follows recent struggles in South Africa
- •Partnership with Siraj helped stabilize India's innings
- •Pressure on Jurel heightened by Sarfaraz Khan's performance
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Dhruv shines like a jewel in Colombo; makes the opportunity(ies) count
"With his place under pressure and Sarfaraz Khan breathing down his neck, Dhruv Jurel delivered when India needed him most. His hard-earned hundred in Colombo could be the knock that turns a make-or-break series into a career-defining one. India declared their first innings at 503 for 9 as only 53 overs were possible on Day 2.
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