It was not long ago when Prithvi Shaw It seemed like a certainty for the future of India. He burst onto the scene as a teenager, captaining the Under-19 World Cup-winning team in 2018 and making his Test debut with a century on the opening day shortly afterwards. But as is often the case, cricket had other plans. Injuries, inconsistency, fitness concerns and extended periods away from the national team gradually pushed him to the sidelines. His last appearance for India came in July 2021 and since then, the wait has become longer.
now with ipl 2026 Just around the corner, Shaw is using every opportunity to make a statement. signed by Delhi Capitals For ₹75 lakh After initially going unsold in the accelerated phase of the auction, he is not taking this second chance lightly. Whatever it is, it seems a fire has been lit under him.
Prithvi Shaw opens up on 200% mentality
Shaw is opening up about the changes in his preparation and the efforts he is making to make a comeback into the Indian team and achieve that goal. He acknowledged that he is working “three times as hard” and feels he is giving more than his full potential, adding that he has accepted the ups and downs in his career with maturity. Shaw emphasized that he has learned from past mistakes and believes that continued hard work, discipline and staying positive is the only way to bounce back stronger.
“I think that’s why I’m playing. There’s no doubt that I want to get back into the Indian team. That’s why I’m working very hard. Today I work three times harder than I used to.”Shaw said while talking to PTI.
“Actually, I don’t like to talk about it, but I think I am giving not 100%, but 200%, to get back into the Indian team, to win this trophy or to give 100% on a match day or even a practice day.”
He further added, “Whatever ups and downs came in the last few years, I took them all with a lot of respect and a smile. And obviously, that will be in my mind when I come back. But the only way to do that is to work hard and give your 100%. If you have made some mistakes, learn from them.”
in their home numbers Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26 This is also supported, as he recorded a strike rate of over 160 in the tournament.
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Where does he fit into Delhi Capitals?
Even with all this inspiration, Shaw’s path at Delhi Capitals has not been without complications. captain Akshar Patel It is indicated KL Rahul He is likely to open for the team, making Shaw’s exact role a bit unclear. Foreign options are also being considered ben duckett After the exit, there are some moving pieces in the team’s top-order puzzle.
But Shaw has taken a mature view of the situation.
“Actually I haven’t thought about it. If KL (Rahul) is opening and whoever is opening with him, he should have a great season. I wouldn’t say I should open. Whoever opens should win us matches. Obviously, there is competition. Cricket is such a thing that whether you play Ranji Trophy, IPL, India or India A, there will be competition. Today, there are 10 openers as you can see. So there will be competition.” Shaw said.
Delhi Capitals is ready to start its IPL 2026 campaign 1 April against Lucknow Super GiantsAnd whether Shaw is in the playing eleven from the first game or not, it is clear that he really looks like a transformed cricketer, who has gone through the fire and has come out more determined than before.
IPL has always been a platform where careers are revived and reputations are rebuilt. For Shaw, this season is a chance to remind everyone, including the Indian selectors, what he is missing.
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