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Shivam Dube vs Hardik Pandya: Indian cricket has always been searching for an all-rounder who can hit long sixes like Yuvraj Singh and also take wickets when needed. Recently, in the fourth T20 against New Zealand, Shivam Dube proved that he is no longer just an option, but a match-winner, by scoring a half-century in just 15 balls.
Dube's innings reminded many of the great Yuvraj Singh (12 balls). But the biggest question is, is Dube better than Hardik Pandya? Let's analyze the statistics of both players in their first 54 T20 International matches.
Shivam Dube vs Hardik Pandya: T20I Comparison Stats After 54 Matches
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When we compare the two at the 54-match mark, Dube appears dominant in batting, while Pandya has the edge in bowling.
T20I Comparison Table: Stats After 54 Matches
| Statistics | Shivam Dube | Hardik Pandya |
|---|---|---|
| Total Runs | 749 | 553 |
| Batting Average | 28.80 | 20.48 |
| Strike Rate | 149.20 | 146.29 |
| Fours / Sixes | 49 / 45 | 34 / 32 |
| Total Wickets | 26 | 42 |
| Bowling Average | 27.23 | 27.40 |
| Economy Rate | 9.19 | 8.23 |
Shivam Dube's Dominance in Batting
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Shivam Dube has impressed everyone with his power and clean hitting.
- Power Hitting: Dube has hit 45 sixes, showcasing his superior hitting ability compared to Pandya's 32 sixes.
- Consistency: Dube's average (28.80) is also better than Hardik's (20.48), meaning he is spending more time at the crease and scoring runs consistently.
Hardik Pandya's Edge in Bowling
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Even though Dube is ahead in batting, Hardik Pandya's bowling contribution as a 'proper' all-rounder was more effective in his early career.
- Wicket-taking ability: Hardik took 42 wickets in his first 54 matches, while Dube has only 26 wickets to his name.
- Role: Hardik often played the main role of the third or fourth fast bowler for the team, while Dube has mostly been used as the sixth bowler.
Also Read: Watch Shivam Dube innings of 65 runs off 23 balls in the 4th T20I vs NZ
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