Shivam Dube Takes Key Wicket of Tim David in AUS vs IND 3rd T20I, 2025
On Sunday, November 2, during the third T20I between India and Australia in Hobart, Shivam Dube secured an important wicket by dismissing Tim David.
Tim David's Batting Performance
David scored a rapid 74 runs from 38 balls at a strike rate of 194.74, hitting five sixes and eight boundaries.
The wicket came on the last ball of the 13th over of Australia's innings. After hitting two sixes earlier in the over, David attempted a lofted shot off a fuller-length delivery from Dube but was caught near the boundary.
Tilak Varma took a brilliant catch near the boundary ropes, staying just inches inside the long-off boundary to complete the dismissal.
Celebration and Fielding Highlight
Following the wicket, Shivam Dube celebrated with a spirited double first-pump gesture.
Australia's Innings Summary
- Tim David contributed 74 runs off 38 balls.
- Marcus Stoinis scored 64 runs from 39 balls, including two sixes and eight fours.
- Matthew Short remained unbeaten on 26 off 15 deliveries.
- Travis Head scored 6 off 4 balls.
- Captain Mitchell Marsh scored 11 off 14 balls.
- Josh Inglis and Mitchell Owen scored 1 and 0 respectively.
Bowling Highlights for India
- Arshdeep Singh was the standout bowler with 3 wickets for 35 runs.
- Varun Chakaravarthy took two wickets.
Australia posted a total of 186/6, leading the five-match T20I series 1-0 against India.
Author's Summary
Shivam Dube’s crucial wicket of Tim David shifted momentum in the high-scoring Hobart T20I, showcasing a blend of sharp bowling and sharp fielding.