Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) completed a remarkable turnaround in IPL 2024, securing a playoff berth with a thrilling victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While the focus was on RCB’s fighting spirit, a former player unexpectedly stole the online spotlight – Shivam Dube.
CSK wobble puts Shivam Dube in spotlight
Chasing a daunting target of 219, CSK found themselves in early trouble after losing their openers cheaply. The pressure mounted on all-rounder Shivam Dube, who came into the middle order with the responsibility of reviving the innings. However, Dube’s knock of 7 off 15 balls failed to meet expectations, adding to CSK’s woes.
CSK fans vent frustration online
Disappointed by CSK’s loss and Shivam Dube’s underwhelming performance, some Chennai fans took to social media to express their displeasure. Comments criticized Dube’s lack of intent and questioned a crucial run-out he made.
RCB Fans celebrate Shivam Dube “Undercover Work”
In an interesting turn of events, RCB fans took a different approach. Showering Dube with gratitude, they hailed him as a “former RCBian, always an RCBian.” Some fans jokingly suggested Dube was a secret RCB agent, celebrating his contribution to their team’s victory by “throwing his wicket” and effecting a crucial run-out.
MS Dhoni retirement rumors
Meanwhile, CSK’s defeat reignited speculation about MS Dhoni’s retirement. Having missed out on the playoffs for the third time in five years, questions arose about whether the legendary wicket-keeper batsman would call it a day.
Night of contrasting emotions: RCB vs CSK
The clash between RCB and CSK was a night of mixed emotions. While RCB fans celebrated their team’s dramatic comeback, CSK fans grappled with disappointment and questions about their team’s future, including the possibility of Dhoni’s retirement.
Shivam Dube, meanwhile, found himself caught in the middle – criticized by his new team’s fans and playfully celebrated by his former team’s supporters.
