Overview

• Dube flew back to Mumbai after experiencing back stiffness that reports link to the cold conditions in Srinagar.
• The Mumbai Cricket Association’s medical team evaluated him and recommended rest to avoid aggravation.
• Mumbai’s season opener against Jammu & Kashmir in Srinagar is scheduled to start on Wednesday, October 15.
• Dube is named in India’s T20I squad for a five-match series in Australia beginning October 29, and team officials express hope he can travel on October 23.
• His absence places greater responsibility on all-rounders Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian for the opening fixture.