Shivam Dube: India’s Post-Powerplay Force in Super 8 vs South Africa

Shivam Dube has emerged as a pivotal player for India during the ICC T20 World Cup, particularly in their Super Eight clash against South Africa. His performance has been impressive in the tournament, showcasing his skills with both bat and ball.

Shivam Dube’s Impact in T20 World Cup

Dube has participated in four innings, accumulating 116 runs at an average of 29.00 and a strike rate exceeding 178. He has also contributed with the ball, claiming three wickets at an average of 15.33.

Middle Overs and Death Overs Performance

Data from CricViz highlights Dube’s effectiveness in the middle overs. Since the beginning of the last year, he holds the second-highest strike rate among Indian players in this phase, recording 166.66, just behind opener Abhishek Sharma who has a strike rate of 200.68.

His prowess extends to the death overs, where he boasts an impressive strike rate of 205.00, outperforming Hardik Pandya, who has a strike rate of 190.07. This ability makes Dube a critical asset for the Indian team.

Performance Against Spin and Pace

• Against spin this year, Dube has scored 110 runs with a remarkable strike rate of 224.48.
• Versus pace, he accumulated 123 runs at a strike rate of 195.23.

Overall Statistics

In his nine T20I matches this year, Dube has scored a total of 233 runs across eight innings. His average stands at 38.83, with a striking rate of 208.03. He has hit 12 fours and 20 sixes from 112 balls faced, demonstrating his explosive batting capability.

Upcoming Challenge: Super Eight Match

As India faces South Africa, history favors them with a 5-2 lead in T20 World Cup encounters. Dube’s performance will be crucial in determining the outcome of this highly anticipated match.

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