Prithvi Shaw Sparks Speculation with Cryptic Message Ahead of IPL 2025
Prithvi Shaw's Mysterious Social Media Post
As the IPL prepares to resume on May 17, 2022, following a brief hiatus due to tensions between India and Pakistan, young cricketer Prithvi Shaw has stirred curiosity with a cryptic message shared on social media. The 25-year-old batsman, once heralded as the future of Indian cricket, posted a story on Instagram stating, 'NEED A BREAK' on Wednesday.
Timing of Shaw's Post
Shaw's message comes at a pivotal moment as fans closely monitor how players and teams are adjusting to the revised schedule. With the IPL set to kick off again, culminating in the final on June 3, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a rule allowing temporary replacements to assist franchises during player unavailability. This raises the possibility that Shaw could be considered for a replacement role.
Overview of Prithvi Shaw's IPL Journey
Making his IPL debut in 2018, Prithvi Shaw has participated in 79 matches, amassing a total of 1,892 runs with an average of 23.94 and a strike rate of 147.46. His last season with Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024 saw him score 198 runs at an average of 24.75 and a strike rate of 163.63 over eight matches. Following a disappointing season, he was released by DC before the 2025 season. In the current 18th edition of the tournament, Shaw went unsold at the IPL 2025 mega auction, despite setting his base price at ₹75 lakh.