The Asia Cup 2025 match between India and the UAE concluded swiftly, with India securing a decisive victory. The Indian team’s triumph was built upon exceptional bowling, highlighted by the performances of Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah. All-rounder Shivam Dube also made a significant contribution, claiming three wickets. Following his performance on the field, Dube made a heartfelt statement about a teammate that resonated with many.
In the match held in Dubai on Wednesday, September 10th, India defeated the UAE by nine wickets. India chose to bowl first and restricted the UAE to a mere 57 runs. Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets, including three in a single over. Shivam Dube also shone, taking three wickets in just eight balls across two overs, playing a crucial role in dismantling the UAE’s batting lineup. Dube did not get a chance to bat as India achieved the target within 4.3 overs.
At the post-match press conference, Shivam Dube addressed several topics. When questioned about comparisons with star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, Dube’s response was particularly touching. Describing Hardik as a brother, Shivam Dube said, “Hardik Pandya is like my brother. I am always learning from his advice and his words. He has more experience than me in international cricket and IPL. I have never thought about the comparison because my only aim is to learn from his experience.”
In the context of the match, Shivam took 3 wickets for just 4 runs, while Hardik did not take any wickets. Neither batsman got a chance to bat. India’s next match is against Pakistan, and fans and experts alike will be hoping that both all-rounders combine to deliver a strong performance, thereby shifting the focus from comparisons to their partnership.