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CSK's Batting Woes: Dube Under Fire!
2 May
Summary
- Shivam Dube has struggled with only 150 runs in eight IPL matches.
- Murali Kartik urges Dube and Brevis to take responsibility.
- CSK's inconsistent team selection impacts playoff chances.
Murali Kartik, a former India cricketer, believes that Shivam Dube must significantly improve his batting for Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing IPL 2026 season. Dube, a recent T20 World Cup winner, has only scored 150 runs in eight matches, with a recent dip in form seeing him bowled in his last three outings. His struggles, along with those of Dewald Brevis, have been cited as major reasons for CSK's inconsistent performance, placing them seventh in the points table.
Murali Kartik emphasized that players like Dube and Brevis need to take ownership of their roles if CSK aims for a playoff push. He expressed surprise at Ruturaj Gaikwad's slow scoring in a recent match and noted Brevis's uncharacteristic poor shot selection at a critical moment. Former India batter Manoj Tiwary has also pointed out CSK's team selection instability, which has forced numerous changes, including after Ayush Mhatre's season-ending injury. Tiwary humorously commented on Akeal Hosein's bowling style. A victory against Mumbai Indians is crucial for CSK to remain competitive for a playoff spot.
