Prithvi Shaw Joins Maharashtra Cricket Team to Revitalize Career
Prithvi Shaw's New Chapter with Maharashtra
Prithvi Shaw is taking a bold step to rejuvenate his cricketing journey. The former captain of the India U19 team has officially parted ways with the Mumbai squad and has signed with Maharashtra for the upcoming domestic season. He has received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association, confirming this transition.
The 26-year-old batsman has faced significant challenges in recent years. Once seen as a promising talent in Indian cricket, Shaw's struggles with form and discipline have pushed him into the shadows. His non-compliance with fitness and conduct regulations led to a suspension from the Mumbai team. During the IPL 2025 auction, he went unsold despite a low base price, highlighting his current struggles.
With this fresh start, Shaw is hopeful that representing Maharashtra will help him regain his confidence and performance.
Shaw expressed:
"At this stage of my career, I believe joining the Maharashtra team will help me grow further as a cricketer."
We are delighted to welcome Prithvi Shaw, India international cricketer and U-19 World Cup-winning captain, to the Maharashtra Cricket Association. His experience and energy will be a valuable addition to our vision for excellence. @PrithviShaw | @RRPSpeaks | #TeamMaha pic.twitter.com/sRhmAXvKdW
— Maharashtra Cricket Association (@MahaCricket) July 7, 2025
Shaw Set to Open with Ruturaj Gaikwad
In Maharashtra, Shaw is expected to partner with opener Ruturaj Gaikwad, who also captains the IPL team Chennai Super Kings. Gaikwad's calm demeanor may provide the support Shaw needs as he adjusts to his new environment. The team also boasts experienced players like Rahul Tripathi, Ankit Bawne, Rajneesh Gurbani, and Mukesh Choudhary.
Shaw expressed his excitement about playing alongside these talented individuals and looks forward to the upcoming season.
He remarked:
“I’m happy to get the opportunity to play alongside talented players like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, Rahul Tripathi, Rajneesh Gurbani, and Mukesh Choudhary in the Maharashtra team."
Shaw's domestic statistics remain impressive, with 4556 runs at an average of 46.02 from 58 first-class matches. He made a remarkable debut in Tests at the age of 18 and has a T20 strike rate of 151.54 across 117 games.
The Maharashtra Cricket Association has warmly welcomed him. MCA President Rohit Pawar commented:
"We are thrilled to have a player of Prithvi Shaw’s caliber join the Maharashtra team. His international and IPL experience will be invaluable, especially for mentoring younger players in the squad. The Maharashtra Cricket Association stands firmly behind Prithvi in his new journey, and we wish him the very best for the seasons ahead."
This opportunity could be pivotal for Shaw to revive his career, and success here may lead to a return to the higher echelons of cricket.