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India all-rounder Shivam Dube — who was initially struggling along with his type within the T20 World Cup 2024 within the USA and Caribbean — mentioned that coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma had continually backed him and their religion in his skills has helped him to remain targeted. The large-hitter, Dube didn’t have a lot influence with the bat within the T20 showpiece, scoring 13 runs in eight matches with the very best rating 34. However, he proved his value when it wanted essentially the most. His 27 off 16 balls cameo within the summit conflict turned out to be very important in India’s title triumph.
Within the remaining in opposition to South Africa, Dube got here in to bat when India was in hassle at 103-4 after 13.3 overs. Coming in underneath stress, the 31-year-old joined Virat Kohli and cast an important 57-run partnership for the fifth wicket to stabilise the innings.
“The World Cup journey taught me quite a bit. The ultimate was an important second, and I’m glad I might contribute to the crew’s efforts. Each match within the T20 World Cup was a studying expertise, and the assist from my teammates and followers stored me motivated. Ultimately, it is about giving your greatest for the crew and making each alternative depend,” Dube informed IANS.
Regardless of his struggles with type, Dube remained within the taking part in XI all through the event. He attributed this to the unwavering assist of captain Rohit and coach Dravid, which has strengthened his resolve to enhance and contribute to the crew’s future success.
“It was each difficult and motivating. It was a take a look at of my psychological power and perseverance. The unwavering assist from our captain and coach was unimaginable. They continually backed me, encouraging me to remain constructive and preserve working arduous. Their religion in my skills and their steerage helped me keep targeted and consider in myself. This expertise has made me stronger and extra decided to enhance and contribute to the crew’s success sooner or later,” mentioned Dube.
After the T20 World Cup, Dube featured within the T20I collection in opposition to Zimbabwe, the place he bagged the Participant of the Match honour for his 12-ball 26 within the remaining match of the collection.
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