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Jurel Leaves Field After Blow to Foot in Sri Lanka Test
18 Aug
Summary
- Dhruv Jurel was hit on the foot while fielding during a Test match.
- He stayed on the ground in pain, requiring medical attention.
- Sarfaraz Khan replaced Jurel as a substitute fielder.
On August 18, 2026, during the first Test match between Sri Lanka and India held at Galle, Indian player Dhruv Jurel was forced to leave the field due to an injury. The incident occurred on Day 3 of the match.
Jurel, aged 25, was fielding at short leg in the 28th over when he was struck on his left foot by the ball. He remained on the ground in discomfort, prompting the on-field medical team to assess his condition.
Following the assessment, Jurel was unable to continue playing and had to be helped off the field. Sarfaraz Khan was subsequently brought in as a substitute fielder to replace Jurel for the remainder of the game.
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