'My Grandfather Was...': Dhruv Jurel Reveals Story Behind His 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisaan' Tattoo After Smashing His First Away Hundred; VIDEO
Colombo, August 23: Indian wicket-keeper batsman Dhruv Jurel revealed the story behind his viral "जय जवान, जय किसान" tattoo which he flashed after smashing a magnificent hundred during the second Test against Sri Lanka at the SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo on Monday. Dhruv Jurel showed the tattoo which he got on his biceps as he scored his first away century. He was batting on 99 and scored a…
Indian cricket star Dhruv Jurel unveiled the meaning behind his popular "जय जवान, जय किसान" tattoo on August 23, 2026, after he smashed a century during the second Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo. As he scored his first away hundred, Jurel showed the tattoo on his bicep, which was etched in Hindi. Reflecting on his roots, the wicket-keeper batsman explained that his grandfather was a farmer and his father was a soldier.
He emphasized that these were the origins from which he drew his strength and that he wanted to honor them by getting the tattoo. During a post-match press conference, Jurel expressed his appreciation for the elevation his parents provided him, stating, "Those are my roots where I came from and I don't want to forget it. So, that's the elevation for my father and grandfather."
With a graceful and composed demeanor, Jurel's century helped India post a massive total of 503/9, which they later declared. Jurel remained not out as Sri Lanka batted in response and were 8/2 at stumps on the second day of the match.
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