Prithvi Shaw's Career Hits Low as IPL 2025 Auction Leaves Him Unsold
Once hailed as Indian cricket's next big star, Shaw faces challenges of indiscipline, fitness, and focus after being overlooked by all IPL franchises.
- Prithvi Shaw, once considered a prodigy in Indian cricket, went unsold in the IPL 2025 mega auction despite a base price of INR 75 lakh.
- Shaw's early career saw significant success, including captaining India to an Under-19 World Cup win and scoring a century on his Test debut in 2018.
- Experts and former coaches attribute his decline to indiscipline, fitness issues, and struggles with fame and financial success at a young age.
- Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal expressed hope that this setback will serve as a wake-up call for Shaw to refocus on his fitness and love for the game.
- Former DC coach Pravin Amre compared Shaw's trajectory to Vinod Kambli's, emphasizing the importance of discipline and proper guidance for young players.
Hindustan Times 
