IPL 2025: Coach Reveals Prithvi Shaw Was Distracted by Off-Field Groups
Prithvi Shaw's cricket career faces a tough phase as the 25-year-old went unsold in the IPL mega auction in Jeddah despite being released by Delhi Capitals. Once seen as India's 'next Sachin Tendulkar,' Shaw, who reportedly earned ₹30–40 crore by age 23, has been out of national contention for nearly three years, drawing concern from his first coach.
India’s one of the most talented and fearless batters of the 2018 Under-19 batch, Prithvi Shaw, seems to be facing a significant downturn in his career. At just 25, Shaw’s once-promising journey has taken a sharp dive, with his name going unsold at the IPL mega auction in Jeddah.
Despite being a key figure in India’s 2018 U-19 World Cup victory, Shaw’s career has struggled to maintain momentum. Once considered India’s “next Sachin Tendulkar,” he earned ₹30–40 crore by the age of 23, largely through his IPL contract with Delhi Capitals. However, the past three years have been tough, with Shaw out of the national team’s reckoning. He said:
He is just 25 years old. He still has age in his hand. He can bounce back with hard work if he wants to sustain in competitive cricket. He still has age in his hand. He can bounce back with hard work if he wants to sustain in competitive cricket.
His recent snubbing at the auction, where even prominent figures like Sourav Ganguly, Ricky Ponting, and Rahul Dravid were present, highlights the growing disinterest in his skills. The cricketer’s form and fitness continue to be questioned, leaving many wondering if Shaw will be able to reclaim his spot.
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