In the Asia Cup 2025, Shivam Dube, a crucial member of India’s T20I team, showcased his all-round abilities. Known for his powerful hitting, Dube is also making waves with the ball. He delivered an impressive performance, claiming three wickets while giving away only four runs in two overs.
India’s bowling strategy favored spin, with Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Kuldeep Yadav leading the attack. Dube’s seam bowling complemented the spin attack and provided balance alongside Jasprit Bumrah. Since Gautam Gambhir took over, Dube has secured eight wickets in seven matches.
After the match, Dube spoke highly of Hardik Pandya, portraying him as a mentor in his journey as an all-rounder. He described Pandya as a brother and expressed gratitude for Pandya’s extensive experience in IPL and international cricket. Dube mentioned that he consistently seeks guidance from Pandya, including batting tips, and focuses on learning from his teammate to improve himself. Furthermore, Dube acknowledged the support he received from Suryakumar Yadav, Gautam Gambhir and particularly Morne Morkel for their guidance. Dube stated that the captain and coach had informed him beforehand about his role in bowling. He also highlighted the significant impact of Morne Morkel’s guidance on his bowling skills, including tips on using the crease, bowling from a wider angle, and refining his slower deliveries. These adjustments, he said, have improved his pace and confidence with the ball.