With Special 'CSK' Remark, Ashwin Settles Dube vs Hardik T20 WC Debate

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has openly advocated for Shivam Dube's inclusion in the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Ashwin's endorsement comes on the heels of Dube's standout performances in the T20I series against Afghanistan, where his back-to-back half-centuries played a crucial role in India's 3-0 series victory. Not only did Dube showcase his batting prowess, but his bowling, despite yielding only two wickets, left a lasting impression.

Ashwin's support is rooted in Dube's all-around abilities showcased in the series. Drawing parallels with Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh, Ashwin described Dube as a 'Yuvraj Singh lite' package, emphasizing his potential impact akin to Yuvraj's influence during his playing days.

'Hardik Pandya is an indispensable member of the Indian team. However, with Shivam Dube's emergence, especially in conditions similar to CSK in the West Indies, he becomes a spin-hitting monster,' Ashwin stated on his YouTube channel. 'I can proudly call him a 'Yuvraj Singh lite' package. There are so many facets of Yuvraj Singh that I see in his game - the downswing, the height, and the reach. I'm not saying he's exactly like Yuvraj Singh, but he reminds me a lot of him. The beauty here is that he hits spin straight down the ground,' he added.