Shivam Dube melted hearts on social media after India’s historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 by presenting his winner’s medal to his father. The touching moment quickly went viral, highlighting the emotional side of India’s title-winning campaign. Dube was one of India’s key performers throughout the tournament as the India national cricket team secured their third T20 World Cup title.
The all-rounder featured in every match and made valuable contributions with both bat and ball during the campaign. In a heartfelt video shared online, Dube is seen placing his winner’s medal around his father’s neck. His father, proudly wearing the Indian jersey, looked delighted as he posed with his son holding the medal. Dube also shared a special message in the post, describing his father as his “real hero,” a tribute that resonated strongly with fans.
The emotional moment quickly drew attention from across the cricketing world and beyond. The comments section was flooded with appreciation for the father-son bond, with several personalities — including Anil Kapoor — sending their wishes and congratulating the family.
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On the field, Dube played a vital role in India’s successful campaign. The powerful left-hander delivered crucial performances against teams such as Pakistan, the Netherlands, England, and New Zealand in the final. He finished the tournament as India’s fourth-highest run-scorer, scoring 235 runs in nine matches at an impressive average of 39.16 and a strike rate of 169.06.
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Dube also contributed with the ball whenever captain Suryakumar Yadav needed breakthroughs in pressure situations. Although he conceded runs at times, the all-rounder still managed to claim five wickets during the tournament and even bowled the decisive final over in the tense semi-final against England.
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“I just wanted to back myself. I knew the first two balls of the over would be crucial,” Shivam Dube said in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. “It had already been decided that I would bowl the last over. I was definitely nervous — bowling the final over of a World Cup semi-final is always challenging.”
Dube’s celebrations also grabbed headlines off the field. With flights unavailable after the final in Ahmedabad, he chose to travel home by train. The all-rounder will next represent Chennai Super Kings in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season. 🏏
