Shivam Dube: I wished to implement what I’ve learnt from MS Dhoni

Four-and-a-half years in the past, when Shivam Dube broke into India’s white-ball crew, the expectations have been excessive from the Mumbai all-rounder. However, the teenager had a forgettable outing towards Bangladesh however managed to attain a 54 towards the West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram in December, 2019.

Even although he was picked for the collection towards Sri Lanka and New Zealand thereafter, Dube didn’t have an enormous rating or wicket hauls to point out. And, the pandemic made issues worse. By the time cricket resumed after a protracted halt, Dube was out of India reckoning.

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With cut-throat competitors for slots, Dube quickly discovered himself in the course of nowhere, with not a lot to put in writing residence about. However, a stint with Chennai Super Kings within the final version of the Indian Premier League modified his fortunes. Under the steering of captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Dubey not solely discovered his mojo, but in addition emerged as one of many main scorers for the franchise with 418 runs from 16 outings, at a median of 38.

And, by his personal admission, these couple of months below Dhoni made him a greater cricketer.

“When I came to bat, I wanted to implement what I have learnt from MS Dhoni about finishing games,” Dube advised the host broadcaster, after his unbeaten 60 guided India to a six-wicket victory within the first T20I towards Afghanistan on Thursday.

“I keep speaking to Mahi  bhai. He tells me how to tackle different situations. He has given me two, three tips and rated my batting. So, I feel if he rates my batting then I’ll keep playing well. My confidence went up because of that…”

During their conversations, Dhoni advised Dube that in T20s, it’s essential for a batter to complete video games off whereas chasing, and the 30-year-old was blissful to bail India out of the woods and information it residence.

efficiency within the IPL, earned him a spot in India’s squad for the tour of Ireland and the Asian Games. However, after the Asian Games, Dube was picked for the house T20Is towards Australia however didn’t get a recreation and was ignored of the away collection towards South Africa.

India’s Shivam Dube appeals for the wicket of Afghanistan’s captain Ibrahim Zadran in the course of the 1st T20I, at Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali on Thursday.
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Last week, he claimed six wickets for Mumbai in a Ranji Trophy fixture for Mumbai and scored 41 runs. High on confidence, when a possibility got here his means, he was blissful to make it rely for the nationwide crew as properly.

“This innings holds a special place in my heart as I’ve made a comeback to the Indian side after a considerable time. The opportunity given to me was crucial, and I felt a deep sense of importance. In a T20I game, especially during a chase, every batsman aims to finish the game, and I’m elated that I could achieve that for my team,” Dube advised  bcci.television.

Coming into the crew after some time, it was not straightforward to regulate, however he managed it properly. “I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the crease. Initially, I struggled to grip the bat properly, but after a couple of deliveries, I found my rhythm and settled in.

At that moment, I forgot about the chilly winter; I was completely absorbed in the game. The joyous atmosphere was palpable, with everyone expressing their happiness and commending my innings,” the all-rounder mentioned.

“My captain, coach, and fellow players were genuinely pleased. Rohit [Sharma] said – keep playing this way, be positive in your game and we know you can score from anywhere and win us the game. He said keep playing like this. It was indeed a special moment when I took a wicket on the second ball of the over in a T20 game,” he mentioned.

A stable knock, these essential two overs and a wicket have given Dube an opportunity and with the T20 World Cup six months away, he can solely hold his fingers crossed and hope to make it to the squad.