Shivam Dubey Shines in Final T20, Silencing England’s Controversy

NEWS CHARIOT : India’s cricket team ended England’s dismal tour on a high note, as Shivam Dubey emerged as the hero of the final T20, shutting down any lingering controversies surrounding the series. Despite a series loss in the previous games, India clinched the fifth and final T20 with an emphatic 150-run victory, securing the series 4-1.

The match in Mumbai at the iconic Wankhede Stadium saw India posting a massive total, thanks to a stunning knock of 135 runs off 54 balls by Abhishek Sharma. The victory, however, wasn’t just about the batsmen. Dubey’s all-round performance played a crucial role in the win, leaving a significant mark on the series.

The controversy began in the fourth T20 in Pune, where Shivam Dubey was injured during India’s innings. As per the concussion substitute rule, young pacer Harshit Rana replaced Dubey during England’s batting innings. Rana immediately made an impact by taking three wickets, including the key dismissal of England’s captain, Jos Buttler. This substitution led to accusations and criticism from England’s senior players, questioning the decision and the fairness of replacing a medium pacer with another.

However, in the fifth T20, Dubey proved his worth with both bat and ball. He contributed significantly to India’s huge total, smashing 30 runs off just 13 balls, including 3 boundaries and 2 massive sixes. His explosive batting helped India set a formidable target for England. With the ball, Dubey restricted the England batsmen, conceding only 11 runs in 2 overs, and picking up 2 crucial wickets. He dismissed England’s dangerous batter Phil Salt (55 off 23 balls) and followed it up with the key scalp of Jacob Bethell.

Dubey’s brilliant all-round performance not only shut down England’s accusations but also delivered a clear message to the opposition: focus on improving your game rather than complaining. With this outstanding display, Shivam Dubey silenced the critics, proving that the substitution rule was used fairly, and that he was a more than capable replacement.

In the end, England’s struggles continued, with the team unable to recover from a string of defeats, leaving them with much to ponder as they head back home after a tough series.