Overview
- Abhishek Nayar said Dube has made India “not feel the absence” of Pandya by delivering key overs and useful batting contributions.
- At Gold Coast in the fourth T20I, Dube removed Mitchell Marsh and Tim David in successive overs to help defend 167 and give India a 2–1 lead.
- Recent form shows a bowling upswing with 13 wickets in his last 10 outings and effort balls back in the early‑130 kph range.
- Team usage reflects growing trust, from taking the new ball in the Asia Cup final to delivering middle‑order cameos such as 33 off 22 versus Pakistan.
- Overall bowling figures remain modest despite the surge, keeping longer‑term selection open as the Brisbane finale offers another measure of his role.