Shivam Dube Faces Abuses From CSK Fans for Running Out Rachin Ravindra in RCB Clash

Disappointment can often lead to negativity, and that’s exactly what transpired for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fans after their team’s IPL 2024 playoff exit against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The target of much of this frustration online became all-rounder Shivam Dube.

The match turned on a crucial moment in the 13th over. Young Kiwi batter Rachin Ravindra, who was building a dangerous innings at 61 runs, was run out thanks to a combination of brilliant fielding from Swapnil Singh and a misunderstanding with Dube. Dube, who had called for a second run, ended up stranded at the non-striker’s end as Ravindra denied the call.

Here it’s worth mentioning that throughout IPL 2024, Shivam Dube had been a consistent performer for CSK, averaging 36 runs with a strike rate of 162.3, including three fifties. However, in this particular match, his batting performance fell short, scoring only 7 runs off 15 balls before dismissal.

This underwhelming batting display, coupled with the run-out incident, didn’t sit well with the CSK fans as they went on to his social media to vent out their frustration.

Shivam Dube’s social media, particularly Instagram, was flooded with abusive comments criticizing his lack of intent and questioning his role in the crucial run-out.

Let’s take a look at few reactions:

It’s important to remember that professional athletes are human. While criticism of on-field performance is fair game, online abuse goes far beyond that. There’s a line between expressing disappointment and resorting to personal attacks.