Shivam Dube’s bat isn’t just speaking, it’s roaring in the ongoing T20I series against Afghanistan. While Shivam Dube humbly attributes his power-hitting to a “god’s gift,” his journey reveals a dedicated cricketer striving to become a complete package.
In an interview with JioCinema, Dube expressed his pleasure at continually enhancing his performance, emphasizing the role of innate talent while acknowledging the hard work he has put in to develop various aspects of his game.
Dube’s ability to dismantle spin bowling is undeniable. Against Afghanistan, his bat has sung a symphony of fifties, each note a powerful six or a crisp four. But Shivam Dube, with feet firmly planted on the ground, acknowledges the road ahead. “It’s a pleasure to keep improving my performance as I am going along. The range I have is god’s gift and I have also worked a lot on it. I have developed many areas of my game and I am getting the runs on the board,” he said.
The World Cup might be a distant beacon, but Shivam Dube wisely focuses on the present. “I used to worry about the future,” he reveals, “but now I know success lies in today’s practice.” And practice he does, especially against the fiery deliveries that once troubled him.
Shivam Dube credits MD Dhoni and CSK
Addressing a key area of improvement, Dube identifies the challenge of facing short deliveries at a good pace. Reflecting on his evolution, he discusses working extensively on this aspect, not just through technical adjustments but also through a mindset shift.
Dube attributes a significant part of his improvement to his stint with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL and the guidance of the legendary MS Dhoni. He applauds CSK and Dhoni for bringing out the best in him, providing unwavering encouragement and belief in his abilities. Dube specifically mentions the influence of coaches Stephen Fleming and Mike Hussey in nurturing his talent.
Inspired by the iconic MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube aims to mold himself into a finisher. Drawing lessons from Dhoni’s calm approach and focus on the present moment, the 30-year-old cricketer strives to emulate the legendary finisher’s mindset and skills.
“CSK and MS Dhoni,” he declares, “brought out the best in me.” Dhoni’s unwavering belief and CSK’s nurturing environment instilled confidence and helped him refine his talent. “Mahi bhai’s calm finishing is what I strive for,” says Dube, a student of the master himself.
Dube’s story holds a valuable lesson: talent thrives when nurtured with hard work and the right mentors. From raw potential to a blossoming talent, Shivam Dube’s journey is far from over. And under the watchful eye of Dhoni and CSK, he’s set to write new chapters in his cricketing saga, one powerful shot at a time.
