About Dhruv Jurel
Dhruv Jurel is an Indian wicketkeeper-batter who plays for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. RR retained him for ₹14 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹20 lakh in 2023 (Rajasthan Royals) to ₹14 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹28.4 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Rajasthan Royals against Punjab Kings on 5 April 2023, he has played 57 IPL matches, scoring 1,195 runs.
Notable Achievements of Dhruv Jurel in IPL
- Highest IPL score: 81* off 43 balls against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2026.
- IPL fifties: 10 half-centuries.
- Best batting season: 515 runs in 2026.
How Dhruv Jurel’s Salary Compares at RR
Dhruv Jurel is the 3rd highest-paid player in the 26-man RR squad, taking about 11.8% of the team’s total player spend. The average RR player earns about ₹4.55 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹14 crore.