The all-rounder expressed joy over his contributions with both bat and ball as India sealed the T20I series 4-1 against England at Wankhede.
Shivam Dube on His All-Round Impact: “Feels Great to Contribute to Team’s Success”
Mumbai, February 3 – India’s all-rounder Shivam Dube was elated after playing a key role in India’s massive 150-run victory over England in the fifth and final T20I at Wankhede Stadium. Dube, who has been in fine form throughout the series, emphasized how much he enjoys contributing in both batting and bowling roles.
His three-wicket haul and crucial batting cameo helped India dominate England and complete a 4-1 series victory in convincing fashion.
Dube on His Performance & Morne Morkel’s Guidance
Speaking after the match, Dube expressed his excitement about getting the opportunity to bowl, especially after missing out in the previous game. He credited bowling coach Morne Morkel for improving his angles and execution.
“It feels great when you contribute as an all-rounder, which I have been doing for a long time. I was really excited to bowl. I could not do that in the last match, but I knew I would be bowling today.”
On his batting approach, he revealed a quick conversation with Abhishek Sharma, who advised him to stay aggressive:
“Abhishek told me the wicket was good, so play my shots. I didn’t want to bring the run rate down, so I just played freely.”
Dube also acknowledged Morkel’s influence on his bowling improvements:
“Morne Morkel has helped me with my angles. I got the opportunity today with the ball, and I delivered well.”
Match Recap: Abhishek Sharma’s Record Knock Propels India to 247/9
🔹 Abhishek Sharma (135 off 54 balls, 7 fours, 13 sixes) played a record-breaking innings, registering the highest individual T20I score by an Indian, surpassing Shubman Gill’s 126 against New Zealand*.
🔹 India posted a mammoth 247/9, with Brydon Carse (3 wickets) and Mark Wood (2 wickets) leading England’s bowling attack.
England’s Batting Collapse: All Out for 97
Despite Philip Salt’s fighting fifty (55 off 23 balls), England’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure, folding for just 97 runs in 11 overs.
✅ India’s bowling attack was ruthless, with:
🔹 Abhishek Sharma (3/14)
🔹 Shivam Dube (3/20)
🔹 Varun Chakravarthy (3/16)
This dominant win capped off a brilliant series for India, who completely outplayed England in all departments.
Awards & Takeaways
🏆 Player of the Match – Abhishek Sharma (135 runs, 3 wickets)
🏆 Player of the Series – Varun Chakravarthy (Consistent bowling throughout the series)
With this win, India’s T20 team looks in red-hot form ahead of the T20 World Cup, while England will have to regroup and strategize after a tough series loss.
