Shivam Dube's Six-Hitting Masterclass Lights Up T20 World Cup

India all-rounder Shivam Dube has emerged as one of the team’s quiet performers in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, strengthening his reputation as a dependable power-hitter. The left-hander delivered another impactful knock against the Netherlands, helping India accelerate during the middle overs. His consistent cameos on challenging surfaces have quietly bolstered India’s campaign.

Dube’s latest contribution came after he weathered early pressure from Netherlands off-spinner Aryan Dutt. Starting cautiously with just six runs off his first 11 deliveries, he shifted gears impressively to finish with a match-winning 66 off 31 balls, including six towering sixes. The innings followed useful contributions against Namibia and Pakistan, highlighting his growing value in India’s batting lineup.

Known earlier for his dominance against spin, Dube has notably improved his game against pace bowling. His ability to read variations from fast bowler Logan van Beek was evident as he launched three maximums off the pacer. The all-rounder credited his progress to focused work on handling the short ball, particularly during his time with Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, where he invested heavily in refining his technique.

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Beyond batting, Dube’s growing all-round value was underlined when India captain Suryakumar Yadav trusted him with the final over instead of spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. With confidence high and performances improving across departments, Dube is increasingly positioning himself as a crucial asset for India as the tournament progresses.

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