“Shivam Dube is not a finisher” - Ravichandran Ashwin questions CSK's batting order amid struggles in IPL 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin advised Chennai Super Kings against using Shivam Dube as their primary death-overs finisher, suggesting he is better suited to a middle-order enforcer role. Ashwin pointed out that Dube lacks experience to consistently perform the demanding role of a finisher and should be used earlier in the innings. He also suggested using Urvil Patel or MS Dhoni in the lineup following Ayush Mhatre's injury.