Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten century lifts India in rain-hit 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka

An unflappable Dhruv Jurel allayed concerns surrounding his form with a remarkably composed unbeaten 115 before bowlers struck early blows to give India command of the second Test against Sri Lanka on...

An unflappable Dhruv Jurel allayed concerns surrounding his form with a remarkably composed unbeaten 115 before bowlers struck early blows to give India command of the second Test against Sri Lanka on a rain-hit second day on Monday.

Dhruv Jurel showcased his batting prowess with an impressive unbeaten century, propelling India to a solid 503/9 before declaring. The bowlers then struck early, reducing Sri Lanka to a precarious 8/2. Rishabh Pant also played a vital role, with a quickfire 63 runs. Despite rain interruptions, Jurel achieved his landmark after a nail-biting moment, positioning India for a commanding lead as they enter the third day of the Test.

Dhruv Jurel struck a sensational century to continue his good run of form in the IND vs SL Test series. Jurel stitched vital partnerships with Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant to take India past the 500 run mark on Day 2 in Colombo. It was the batter's second century of his Test career. Jurel was demoted to No.7 with Ravindra Jadeja promoted ahead at No.6. That seemed to have ticked a switch in Jurel, who put on a composed batting display. The Rajasthan Royals star did not take undue risks, stitching vital partnerships along the way to stretch India closer to 500.He found an ally in Mohammad Siraj who stayed at his end to help Jurel get to the milestone. It wasn't without drama with Jurel stranded on 95 when rain intervened. When the action resumed, Jurel was stuck on 99 for more than 3 overs, before a risky single saw him get to the three-figure mark.The knock of Jurel might have pleased the management immensely as this was his second fifty in as many Tests after going without a 50-plus score in eight innings prior to the first Test in Galle.

Dhruv Jurel's chase for a second Test hundred was interrupted by rain on Day 2 of the IND vs SL 2nd Test in Colombo. The right-hander was batting with Mohammed Siraj when the tea was taken early because of rain.Jurel looked set to make it to three figures but the weather in Colombo took a dark turn. Heavy showers forced the ground staff to pull in covers all over the field, hinting at a fairly large loss of play. Jurel can resume and get to his ton at resumption, should India opt to continue their innings. The covers are as rain ️ stops play in Colombo! Stay tuned for further updates! Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/r9FgXSdsMf#TeamIndia | #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/Eu738cII0r— BCCI (@BCCI) August 24, 2026 Jurel was under criticism coming into the IND vs SL series, but has repaid the selectors faith. He scored a half-century in Galle and now has another good score in Colombo. Jurel was dropped down the order, but he responded to that with a century partnership with Rishabh Pant.