Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan commented on Shivam Dube‘s inclusion in the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in June. Despite Chennai Super Kings‘ defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their recent match, Dube showcased his talent with an impressive innings of 45 runs off 24 balls. His standout performance has caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts and raised hopes for his potential impact in the international arena during the T20 World Cup.
Shivam Dube’s Performance:
After SRH’s skipper, Pat Cummins, elected to bowl first upon winning the toss, the team meticulously monitored CSK’s run rate throughout the initial eight overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar struck early, dismissing Rachin Ravindra for a brisk 12 off nine deliveries. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad‘s dismissal followed in the eighth over, courtesy of Shahbaz Ahmed, with Gaikwad contributing 26 runs off 21 balls.
The entry of Shivam Dube saw a surge in CSK’s scoring rate, as he aggressively compiled 45 runs off just 24 deliveries, propelling CSK to a comfortable position at 119/2 by the 14th over. However, Dube’s departure at the hands of Pat Cummins halted CSK’s momentum, allowing SRH to mount a comeback by tightening their grip on CSK’s run-scoring opportunities.
Despite Chennai Super Kings’ defeat, Shivam Dube’s performance garnered significant praise. His exceptional display with the bat was lauded by fans and experts alike, highlighting his potential as a valuable asset to the team despite the overall outcome of the match.
Irfan Pathan on Shivam Dube:
Impressed by Shivam Dube’s prowess in dispatching Sunrisers Hyderabad’s spinners for substantial runs, Irfan Pathan expressed his admiration for the cricketer on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Pathan’s acknowledgment of Dube’s batting skills underscores the impact Dube made during the match and signifies his recognition within the cricketing community for his remarkable performance against quality spin bowling.
He wrote, “ Right now Shivam Dube is way ahead of any one in Indian cricket as far as spin hitting ability is concern! Indian selectors should keep a close eye on him for the World Cup.”
Not only Irfan Pathan, his fellow cricketer Yuvraj Singh also praises Shivam Dube’s brilliance. On his social media account, he wrote, “ Good to watch @IamShivamDube clearing the field with ease !! I feel he has to be in the World Cup squad. Has got the skill to be the #gamechanger #CSKvsSRH #IPLT20”
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