Shivam Dube made a significant impact in the third T20 International between India and Australia in Hobart on Sunday, November 2, by removing Tim David, who had played a powerful innings.
David scored a rapid 74 runs off 38 balls, maintaining a strike rate of 194.74. His innings included eight fours and five sixes, firmly putting Australia on the front foot.
The vital breakthrough came on the last ball of the 13th over. After being hit for two sixes earlier in the over, Dube bowled a fuller delivery on middle stump. David tried to loft it straight down the ground but ended up flat-batting, leading to his dismissal.
“Varma timed his move perfectly, taking a clean catch just inside the boundary at long-off without stepping over the ropes.”
Tilak Varma secured the catch near the boundary, while Dube celebrated the wicket with a double first-pump, highlighting its importance.
Thanks to contributions from Stoinis and David, Australia reached a total of 186/6 against India in the third T20I.
Shivam Dube’s timely wicket and Varma’s athletic catch proved pivotal in stopping a strong Australian innings.