Prithvi Shaw’s turbulent form showed no signs of improvement as the Mumbai opener registered his second duck in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). Facing Services in Mumbai’s fifth game of the tournament, Shaw was dismissed for a duck after just three deliveries, falling to bowler Poonia. This marks another disappointing outing for the batter, whose form has been under scrutiny.
Shaw’s performances in the tournament have been inconsistent, with scores of 33, 0, 23, 40, and 0 in five matches. While he managed to get good starts in some games, his inability to convert them into big knocks remains a concern. His form is particularly significant as Shaw is trying to revive his career after a series of setbacks.
Prithvi Shaw has been at the center of controversies, including being dropped midway through Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy campaign for being overweight and undisciplined. Reports revealed that Shaw had 35% body fat, well above the permissible level for professional players. These concerns, coupled with inconsistent performances, have overshadowed his cricketing potential.
Shaw also faced disappointment in the IPL 2025 auction, where he went unsold despite setting a base price of Rs 75 lakh. The lack of interest from franchises highlights his current struggles to regain trust and form.
IPL career at a glance
Prithvi Shaw has played 79 IPL matches, scoring 1,892 runs at an average of 23.94 and a strike rate of 147.46. Though he has 14 half-centuries to his name, he is yet to score a century in the tournament, with his highest score being 99.
As the tournament progresses, Shaw will need to make the most of the remaining opportunities in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy to rebuild his reputation and secure his place in Mumbai’s cricketing setup.