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Indian cricketer Shivam Dube found himself in the middle of controversy during a much-anticipated T20 World Cup match between Pakistan and India after failing to make an important catch early in the play. A crucial Pakistani batsman named Mohammad Rizwan received an opportunity in the third over of the team's innings when Dube failed to secure a catch off a delivery made by Jasprit Bumrah. When Rizwan attempted a cross-shot, the ball flew into deep fine leg, but Dube was in the ideal position to catch it, but he allowed it to get through his hands.
Social media users have been expressing their disappointment in response to this accident, with both cricket enthusiasts and commentators voicing their thoughts. Many are challenging the choice of Dube over Abhishek Sharma and other possible choices for the squad. The catch drop, according to critics, casts a negative light on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's coaching legacy. Dhoni is the one under whose tutelage Dube received training.
Shivam Dube Faces Backlash After India’s Disappointing T20 World Cup Performance Against Pakistan https://t.co/OGa4d1ebRY via @The Madras Tribune
— The Madras Tribune (@MadrasTribune) June 10, 2024
A major factor in Shivam Dube's selection for the T20 World Cup 2024 was his outstanding play in the Indian Cricket League (ICL) 2024, when he participated in 14 games and scored 396 runs. In the middle of the Indian Premier League (IPL), he earned a berth in the national squad thanks to his remarkable form, which attracted the attention of BCCI selectors.
Dube, though, has found it difficult to sustain his form since being chosen. It appears that playing international cricket has taken a toll, as evidenced by the crucial error against Pakistan. The match was a low-scoring contest when every run and every wasted opportunity mattered greatly, thus this decline could not have happened at a worse time.
Fans who were disappointed with the dropped catch flooded social media with remarks. Dube's selection for the match was questioned by many, who said that his poor recent results did not warrant his participation in such a crucial contest. Dhoni was singled out in several remarks that questioned the selection committee's judgment and the effectiveness of his coaching style.
Shivam Dube Bc can't bat, can't bowl and Can't field.
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) June 9, 2024
We are already carrying Ravindra Jadeja through the CSK quota and now we need to carry Dube also in the T20 World Cup. pic.twitter.com/GbskeziTjJ
How come Dube was selected instead of Abhishek Sharma? This slip-up could lose us the game," an angry fan wrote on Twitter. "Poor decisions are tarnishing Dhoni's legacy," another commenter stated. It is unacceptable for Dube to drop.
Even though, Team India has won the match, there are so many questions that need to be answered.
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) June 10, 2024
Shivam Dube and Suryakumar Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja are the biggest disappointments with bat.we can't trust these Batman to finish the match,they might end up finishing Team India. pic.twitter.com/Sl7uvt9F39
Shivam Dube's career with the Indian cricket team is in doubt as a result of the lost catch. Due to the intense rivalry for slots on the national squad, each error is more noticeable. One of the most popular cricket events is the T20 World Cup, and mistakes made in such important games can have a big effect on a player's future.
Analysts of cricket are currently discussing whether or not the selectors would choose a different player in upcoming games, or if Dube will be given another opportunity to establish himself. He needs to get back on track and build confidence in order to maintain his spot on the team, since his performance in the next games will be closely watched.
