Shivam Dube, the all-rounder who took the stage in 2019, has morphed into a T20 dynamo by 2022-26. With 26 wickets in 37 innings and a strike rate that screams, 'I’m ready for the spotlight,' it’s time to let him unleash his bowling prowess. Why not give our frontline bowlers a breather and let Dube strut his stuff on the pitch?
Cricket
TonyQuick rundown
- 1.Dube evolved from a fringe all-rounder to India's fearsome finishing weapon.
- 2.When trusted with overs, his wickets flow, with standout spells in Asia Cup 2025 and big games.
- 3.India's XI treats him as the sixth bowler, balancing batting depth with bowling options.
- 4.Coaches Morne Morkel and Gautam Gambhir refined his action and fitness to enable four-over spells if needed.
- 5.Takeaway: In modern T20, Dube's role hinges on whether he's used as a genuine all-rounder or a pure finisher.