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India.com
4 days ago
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- India.com
WATCH: Dhruv Jurel, Sai Sudharsan, Shardul Thakur share train memories in journey from London to Leeds
Dhruv Jurel. New Delhi: Players of Indian cricket team got nostalgic on their train ride to Leeds, the venue of the first Test of the five-match series in London. They reminisced about trips taken by trains in India as a two-minute video uploaded on X by BCCI, Team India cricketers were seen heading out of their team hotel in London with cups of coffee in hand. They were accepting selfie requests of fans with some funny insults on the way and some stories. London 🚄 Leeds 'Train'ing with #TeamIndia #ENGvIND — BCCI (@BCCI) June 18, 2025 'Ball theek karo halka sa, ek haath se. Aa gaya shot aa gaya' (Fix your hair a little with one hand. Yes, we got the shot), someone quipped behind the camera to all-rounder Washington Sundar. Wicketkeeper-batter, Dhruv Jurel, shared a memory from his childhood, recalling a train trip. 'When I was very young, my father was posted in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. There were a lot of mountains and beautiful, beautiful scenes during the journey. I used to get very excited. He always used to take the window seat so that I could sit and enjoy the scenery,' reminisced Jurel. Sai Sudharsan, Sundar's travel companion, recounted his past reliance on trains for attending cricket camps during his youth. We had U-12 and U-14 camps in Chepauk,' he said. All-rounder, Shardul Thakur, recently reinstated to the team, described his experiences commuting on Mumbai's local trains. 'There's a direct train from my house. I walk for a few minutes, take a local train, go there, practise, and come back on the local train. That's my memory of trains,' he said.'Of course, right now I'm enjoying a nice, comfortable window seat. But back in Mumbai, it's not the same. You have to go through that hustle. This is definitely easy. So, yes, I'm at peace with this right now,' said Thakur. The video concluded with wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav extending a welcome to the Leeds venue.
Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Matches, results and latest scores
Lionel Messi in action for Inter Miami vs Al Ahly (Image via X/@InterMiamiCF & ChelseaFC) The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is the ultimate battleground where continental champions collide to claim the title of the world's best football club. In their own words, it is 'the new prime club competition organised by FIFA', bring together the most successful club sides from each of the six international confederations: AFC, CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL, OFC and UEFA. One spot also goes to the host Nation's top club. The tournament showcases a unique blend of styles, tactics, and star power that captivates fans across the globe. The competition kicked off on June 15, as Inter Miami drew 0-0 to Egyptian Premier League side Al Ahly. Since its inception in 2000, the FIFA Club World Cup has grown in stature and continues to highlight the ever-expanding reach of football. In 2025, The Club World Cup has been expanded from seven teams to 32 and will emulate the men's and women's World Cups. Eight groups of four teams will play in a round robin mini league, with the top two advancing to a knockout stage, which runs from the round of 16 through to the final. As the tournament picks up pace, here's a look at all the results so far in the 32-team competition. Group stage · Matchday 1 of 3 Al Ahly 0-0 Inter Miami (Group A) Bayern Munich 10-0 Auckland City (Group C) Paris Saint-Germain 4-0 Atletico Madrid (Group B) Palmeiras 0-0 Porto (Group A) Botafogo 0-0 Seattle Sounders (Group B) Chelsea 2-0 LAFC (Group D) Boca Juniors 2-2 Benfica (Group C) Flamengo 2-0 ES Tunis (Group D) A total of 48 games are set to be played in the group stages and 63 overall in the tournament. With several top teams across Europe in the competition, the competition is only set to go up a notch as it enters matchday 2 and 3 in the group stages. The making of Dhruv Jurel: Kargil war hero's son who chose cricket over the Army As things stand, Bayern Munich's 10-0 win over Auckland City is the biggest win of the tournament.
Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 points table: Updated standings from all groups
Bayern Munich kicked off their first game at the Club World Cup with a record 10-0 win (Image via X/@FCBayernEN) The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting race for glory among some of the best clubs on the planet. Despite being in its early stages, the tournament has treated fans to spectacular matchups and promises more high-octane clashes as the competition progresses. Featuring champions from each of FIFA's six confederations (AFC, CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL, OFC and UEFA) along with the host nation's representative, the tournament begins with a competitive group stage where every match result has a direct impact on the standings. As the group stage progresses, clubs that finish in the top two secure qualification spots that lead them into Round of 16, followed by the quarter-final and the semi-final, concluding with the final on July 14. Here's a closer at look how each of the 32 teams are faring in this year's Club World Cup. FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Points Table Group A Group B Group C The making of Dhruv Jurel: Kargil war hero's son who chose cricket over the Army Group D Group E Group F Poll Which team has the best chance of winning the FIFA Club World Cup 2025? Bayern Munich Chelsea Real Madrid Flamengo Group G Group F The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Round of 16, set to commence on June 28. The final group stage match will be played on June 27, as RB Salzburg take on Spanish giants Real Madrid.
India.com
15-06-2025
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- India.com
Meet this star cricketer, MS Dhoni fan, Hanuman bhakt and son of Army man who fought..., his name is…
In a country like India, where dreams of becoming a cricketer flourish in every street and locality, Dhruv Jurel's story is somewhat different. His father served the country in the Kargil war, and now the son is making the country proud by wearing the Indian jersey. Earlier people knew his father by name, now people say - "That's Dhruv's father," and on hearing this, pride is visible on their faces and gratitude in their eyes. Dhruv's father never thought that his son would become a cricketer. The financial situation was not good, and his dream was that his son would pass the NDA and join the army. But when Dhruv insisted on a cricket kit and told his mother that he would leave home, his mother's heart melted. That very day she sold her gold chain and the first cricket kit was bought in exchange for it. After getting the kit, Dhruv did not say a single word, he just started practicing. He won every award in the college tournament – Man of the Match, Man of the Series, Best Catch and many more. There were so many awards that his father had to bring them on his scooty. That very day, the father realized that his son is on the right path, and since then he has stood by Dhruv in every ups and downs. When Dhruv got his first IPL contract from Rajasthan Royals and got a sum of ₹20 lakh, the first thing he remembered was the day when his mother sold her jewelry. He bought new gold for his mother and gifted it to her after making her close her eyes. The mother was surprised and the son said – "Mummy, I will never forget that day. Now I will do more for you." Dhruv's real cricket journey started from Springdale Cricket Academy, where his coach Parvendra Yadav saw him batting for the first time. His shots and timing impressed the coach and he decided that he would train Dhruv. Like the son of a soldier, Dhruv had discipline, hard work and punctuality. Dhruv is not only a great cricketer, but also a great devotee of Bajrangbali. Every morning before practice, he goes to the Hanuman temple located in front of the academy to seek blessings. Even after winning the match, he is hailed - "Bajrang Bali ki Jai." Even today, when he comes to Agra, he spends time with children and plays cricket with them. Dhruv Jurel considers former captain MS Dhoni as his idol. Be it wicketkeeping or calm behavior on the field - Jurel is preparing himself like Dhoni. Just like his father served the country, Dhruv is also bringing glory to the country on the field. Today the whole of Agra, and the country, sees him not just as a cricketer, but as an inspiration.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Dhruv Jurel story: MS Dhoni's admirer, Hanuman bhakt, and son of a Kargil War hero
Dhruv Jurel will be looking to cement his place in India's Test team. (File) AGRA: In a country of over a billion, cricket dreams are common — but few live the journey that Dhruv Jurel has. From being the son of a soldier who fought in the Kargil War to wearing the India jersey, his story goes beyond cricket. Once known simply as his father's son, today it is a different story. Wherever Nem Singh Jurel goes, people say, " Woh rahe Dhruv ke papa (He is Dhruv Jurel's father)" — and what follows is a proud smile on Nem's face with folded hands of gratitude. Dhruv first became a household name in Agra's Defence Colony when he led India's Under-19 team to the Asia Cup title in September 2019. But the day he got his senior team call-up, his parents, Rajini and Nem, couldn't hold back their tears. Now, if you go to Defence Colony and say Dhruv Jurel's name, people will respond with, " Woh jo India ke liye khelta hai na? (The one who plays for India)," and they'll smile and gladly guide you to his home. But the success has come with immense struggle. 'He wanted to play cricket, but I just wasn't financially prepared for it. Cricket is an expensive sport. I had only one dream — that he clears the NDA and joins the Indian Army,' Dhruv's father, Nem Singh Jurel, told in an exclusive interview. 'But one day, he got upset. I even scolded and hit him. He locked himself in the bathroom and told his mother that if I didn't buy him a cricket kit, he would run away from home. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His words, his tears — they broke her. That very day, she sold her gold chain. With whatever money we got, we bought him his first cricket kit.' Dhruv didn't say a word. He took the kit, and from that moment, his cricketing journey began. When he lifted that first kit onto his shoulders, he never looked back. In one college tournament, he swept all the top awards — Man of the Match, Man of the Series, Best Fielder, Best Catch, and more. The awards were so many that his father struggled to carry them on his scooty. 'I can never forget that moment — my scooty was loaded, and his big bag was full of awards,' he said with pride. 'The weight of that bag felt special. That day, I realised I had been wrong. From then on, I stood by him. I bought him new pads — he was playing with torn ones — and gloves too. Since that day, I've been with him through every high and low.' 'As a soldier, there was always that deep pride — I wanted my son to serve the nation too,' he added. 'In Agra, people knew me well. But now, thanks to Dhruv, they know me for another reason. He changed the story completely.' When Dhruv got his first IPL contract with Rajasthan Royals, the memory of his mother selling her gold chain came flooding back. So he decided to gift her something she never expected. 'When Dhruv got his first IPL contract — Rs 20 lakh — he came home with gold. He gave some money to me to cover financial issues. With the rest, he bought gold jewellery for his mother — the same she once had to sell for his cricket. He made her close her eyes and handed it to her. She was shocked. He said, 'Mummy, I've never forgotten that day when you took that step for me. I'll do even more for you now,'' the father said. A HANUMAN BHAKT It all began at the Springdale Cricket Academy, where Dhruv's father took him to meet coach Parvendra Yadav. Like he did with every new student, Parvendra asked Dhruv to pad up and face a few throwdowns. But as soon as he saw the young boy striking the ball cleanly and launching sixes with ease, Parvendra made up his mind — he would train him. 'His father is a wonderful human being and genuinely wanted his son to grow in cricket,' coach Parvendra Sharma told 'When I first saw Dhruv, his hand-eye coordination stood out — that's when I decided to coach him. He was extremely humble. And being an armyman's son, he was naturally disciplined. Punctuality, dedication, and hard work were part of his daily routine. He used to bring his tiffin, come early in the morning, spend long hours in the nets — facing both spinners and pacers — and end the day with catching practice before heading home. ' The coach believes divine blessings have played a role in Dhruv's rise too. 'Lord Hanuman's blessings are with him,' Parvendra added. 'There's a Hanuman temple right in front of the academy. Every morning, before stepping into practice, Dhruv visits the temple and takes blessings. Even after winning matches, his chant is 'Bajrang Bali ki Jai.' Whenever Dhruv is in Agra, he visits the academy, spends time with the kids, and even plays cricket with them.' 'Dhruv was always clear about his dream. He always used to say, 'Sir, I want to play for India — and I want to play Test cricket for as long as I can.'' JOURNEY: INDIA CALL-UP AND ENGLAND SERIES Dhruv had already represented India at the Under-19 level, but the ultimate dream was always to represent the Indian senior team. Questions like 'Bhai, India ke liye kab khelega? Virat, Rohit ke saath TV pe kab dikhega? (When are you going to play for India? When will we see you playing with Rohit and Virat?)' were common — asked by friends, relatives, and neighbours. Dhruv would always smile and reply, 'Jaldi hi' (soon). And then, the day arrived. 'One night around 11 PM, Dhruv came to me and said, 'Papa, I've been selected.' I said, 'Of course you've been selected — you're playing for India now!' He replied, 'No, Papa — I've been selected to play with Rohit, Kohli, Bumrah… in the same team!' That night, I couldn't sleep. Calls poured in — from friends, coaches, everyone who knew me. I had goosebumps. Just like I once wore the Indian flag on my shoulder at the border, now Dhruv was going to wear it on the field. I've always said this proudly — I once served in the Indian Army, and now my son serves the nation in Team India. We both have worn the Tricolour,' his father said. 'He always noticed everything — how I dressed, wore my cap, saluted. He'd watch closely. If a cap fell on the ground, he'd pick it up respectfully and touch it to his forehead. He had that sense of honour for the nation from a young age. Honestly, I thought he'd join the army,' he added. Since then, Dhruv has featured in four Test matches and is currently in England as part of the Indian squad for the upcoming five-match Test series, starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. A WICKETKEEPER BY CHANCE Dhruv is making waves in international cricket and the IPL with his agility behind the stumps. His sharp glovework — the speed with which he collects the ball and whips off the bails — has earned praise from many quarters. Interestingly, wicketkeeping wasn't part of the original plan. It came to Dhruv by accident. 'Originally, he was a batsman. But his coach Parvendra Yadav noticed his incredible fielding and suggested he try keeping. He never hesitated, even with bruised hands and injuries. Six months before his Under-14 debut, we got him gloves — and he nailed his trials. That's how he became a keeper-batsman,' his father said. BIG ENGLAND SERIES With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stepping away from the Test format, the doors have opened for the next generation. For a youngster like Dhruv, this is a golden opportunity to cement his place in the side. 'After coming back from Australia, he did say — it was one of the toughest tours he had ever played, especially alongside senior cricketers. Now, England will be another test for him. I don't know too much technically, but I read papers and follow updates on my phone — from what I see, the pitches there are hard, they bounce more, they turn too,' the father said. 'It's a big opportunity for everyone — even for Dhruv as a youngster. If India wins this series, it'll be a big deal. With Rohit and Virat resting now, new boys will get their chance,' he added.
