Dube making sure he is in T20 World Cup squad even if Hardik is fit: Gavaskar

Listen to Story Sunil Gavaskar has claimed that Shivam Dube is making sure that he is for the T20 World Cup 2024, irrespective of Hardik Pandya's fitness. Dube has showcased his prowess in the T20I series against Afghanistan with remarkable performances both with the bat and ball. In the first match of the series held in Mohali on January 11, Dube's unbeaten knock of 60 runs off 40 balls was instrumental in India's six wicket victory.

His innings included a second T20 half century, and he complemented his batting with economical bowling figures of 1 9 in two overs. Continuing his form into the second match in Indore, Dube played another pivotal role, smashing an explosive 63 not out off just 32 deliveries, guiding India to a dominant win and a series lead of 2 0.

His back to back fifties were crucial in securing the series for India, and his ability to handle pressure and target specific bowlers was evident throughout his performances. While initially being considered to be a back up for Hardik if he is unfit for the T20 World Cup 2024, Gavaskar said, as quoted by Cricbuzz, that Dube is making sure he is on the plane for the tournament.

The Indian legend feels that it would be tough for the selectors to drop him after his fine run of form. “We have been talking about him as, ‘Oh, listen, what if Hardik is unfit?’, I think what he is doing is making sure that even if Hardik is fit, he is on that plane in that World Cup squad. If you put in performances like this, it is very hard for anyone to drop you.

It is going to be a really tough decision for the selectors if they decide to drop him. He is doing all that he can, which is giving the selectors a headache," said Gavaskar. Dube now feels that he belongs at the international level: Gavaskar Gavaskar went on to say that Dube would now feel that he belongs at the international level and the all rounder has got the respect of his teammates.

The Indian legend feels that the all rounder knows his own game better now and isn't trying to copy anyone. “After these two games, I think he now feels that he belongs at the international level. He has got the appreciation and respect of his teammates because he put in two absolutely wonderful performances." "I think he is just a lot more comfortable about his own game.

He knows his own game better. He is not trying to copy anyone now. He is saying, This is what I can do and what I bring to the table,” said Gavaskar..