Currently, there is a bit of slump in Prithvi Shaw otherwise he is the future of Indian cricket and had a very terrible phase in his career. Shaw has shown the glimpses of legendary status right from being compared to Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara but when it comes to IPL 2024 mega auction he went unsold.
A Promising Start
From his early age talent in Prithvi Shaw was noticeable by everyone that had opportunity to notice him. Leading India to victory in the U-19 world cup he was recognised as one of the players to look out for in this sport.
He has featured for the National side this year both in the LOIs and Test cricket where in Test cricket he made a sensational knock against the Windies in only his second Test match in the year 2018. They said that he played like Tendulkar, Lara and Sehwag. His success story looked meteoric, and he got the chance to play for the Delhi Capitals IPL. His INR 7.5 crore retention before the 2022 auction showed that he was invaluable.
The Downfall
However, Shaw’s success story almost immediately met some speed bumps on the road to becoming a professional. Despite this presence, a run of regular bad displays, extramural troubles, and doubts about his physical and moral condition started to mar his promise.
This resulted in the IPL where Shaw’s form had come down sharply. He was declared out of Delhi’s playing squad and over time was let go off by the franchise. He was not ‘bought’ at the 2024 IPL auction in Jeddah even though no teams were allowed to buy players at less than the INR 75 lakhs starting price.
A Needed Wake-Up Call
Delhi capitals co-owner Parth Jindal discussed a lot about Shaw. He said that when Shaw was young he was compared to cricket icons, such as Anil Kumble, which placed a lot of pressure and maybe overconfidence. “Sometimes, a jolt is necessary,” Jindal said, while commenting on the IPL snub given to Shaw.
We can see that Jindal had stressed three important areas that Shaw has to train, namely fitness, focus and discipline. He said he hoped that this performance will spur the young cricketer to get back to form and silence his detractors.
The Road Ahead
Shaw’s current situation is a turning point in his career. While being unsold in the IPL auction is a blow, it also offers an opportunity for introspection and growth. With his talent and past achievements, Shaw has the potential to bounce back stronger.
Conclusion
Prithvi Shaw’s story is a reminder of how unpredictable cricket can be. Early success is no guarantee of a smooth career, and setbacks are part of every journey. If Shaw uses this moment as motivation, he could still fulfill the immense potential that once had the cricketing world calling him the next Tendulkar or Lara.
