In a spectacular turn of events, Prithvi Shaw has once again captured the spotlight, this time with a remarkable century for Mumbai in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2023-24. After battling injuries that kept him out of crucial domestic tournaments, Shaw’s return to form has not only delighted fans but also ignited discussions about his potential inclusion in the upcoming Test matches against England.
Prithvi Shaw’s road to redemption
Shaw’s journey in recent times has been a rollercoaster ride marked by injuries and missed opportunities. Having suffered setbacks that sidelined him from the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy, Shaw was determined to make a strong comeback in the Ranji Trophy. The cricketing world took notice as he showcased his class and resilience, slamming a brilliant century against Chhattisgarh in just 102 balls.
A comeback worth celebrating
Shaw’s century not only marked a personal triumph but also signalled his return to the form that initially earned him accolades in the cricketing world. Fans, who had been eagerly waiting for his resurgence, were quick to congratulate him on social media, expressing joy and admiration for the young batter who has been a promising talent for Indian cricket.
The international drought
Since his last appearance in Test cricket for India back in 2020 against Australia, Shaw has faced challenges in securing a spot in the national side. Despite a promising stint with Northamptonshire in England’s County Championship in 2023, an unfortunate injury cut short his campaign. The cricketing fraternity has been anxiously awaiting Shaw’s return to the international stage, and his recent century has reignited hopes of seeing him don the Indian Test jersey once again.
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Fans demand Shaw’s return
With the remaining three games of the five-match Test series between India and England looming large, fans are not just celebrating Shaw’s century but are also vociferously demanding his inclusion in the national squad. The series is currently levelled at 1-1, and supporters believe that Shaw’s form and experience could provide the much-needed boost to India’s batting lineup.
Here’s how netizens reacted:
A 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐰 to remember 💪
𝟏𝟎𝟏* 🆚 Chhattisgarh 🏏#RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/ocqAmZzYJx
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) February 9, 2024
This guy must return @PrithviShaw https://t.co/kkbxQRGUys
— Dr SR (@maveric135792) February 9, 2024
Prithvi Shaw with a Ranji Trophy century vs Chhatisgarh 👀
— Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) February 9, 2024
Sometimes as a selector you need to take a call purely on the basis of your instincts…. Not sure if the men who matter i.e. @imAagarkar & co would think alike but pick Prithvi Shaw for the #IndvsEng test series.. get him to open with YBJ, #RohitSharma can slip in the middle… https://t.co/1YZxsarkGW
— rᥲȷі𝗍🇮🇳 (@imrajitd) February 9, 2024
Century in first session of a Ranji Trophy match:
JN Seth (Delhi) v Southern Punjab, 1950
Bharat Awasthy (Services) v J&K, 1965
Prithvi Shaw (Mumbai) v Chhattisgarh, TODAYPrevious 2 matches were both at Delhi.#RanjiTrophy2024 pic.twitter.com/VTkDFmhawm
— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) February 9, 2024
HUNDRED FOR PRITHVI SHAW…!!!
He was injured, missed SMAT, VHT, half part of Ranji Trophy but he has returned in some brilliant touch & smashed his 13th first class hundred from 80 innings. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/QEzszBbkyH
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 9, 2024
Hopefully first of many on this comeback ♥️ #PrithviShaw #RanjiTrophy
— Anuj Nitin Prabhu (@APTalksCricket) February 9, 2024
Prithvi Shaw is back 🔥
— Priyansh (@bhhupendrajogi) February 9, 2024
100 for prithvi Shaw in his comeback back game ❤️.#INDvsENGTest pic.twitter.com/RpH7LNBf0q
— Cricket Deewana (@Rohitpanwar29) February 9, 2024
Prithvi Shaw’s success makes everyone unite it seems
— Psy (@PsyfeR888) February 9, 2024
@PrithviShaw back to scoring 💯. I wish multiple huge scores for him in the near future. Indian cricket needs the insane talent & stroke making ability that Shaw offers. Always believed that he is the true successor to Sehwag. Even if he hasn’t lived upto it so far. #PrithviShaw
— Saieesh Mayya (@MayyaSaieesh) February 9, 2024
I’m firm on my belief that had Shaw received as many opportunities as Gill, he’d be an Indian superstar by now.
Scoring as quick as Sehwag and as much as anyone. Understandable he doesn’t look stylish like Gill.Bloody selectors#Prithvishaw #shaw #Ranjitrophy #Mumbai pic.twitter.com/OwnTHReF51
— Rishi (@goldybrarcanada) February 9, 2024
Nice re prithvi @PrithviShaw https://t.co/9MECzVdJ7d
— Govardhan (@GovardhanVReddy) February 9, 2024
Prithivi Shaw complete his 💯 in just 102 balls in his just 2nd inning of #RanjiTrophy comeback.
Make a strong comeback in Indian Cricket team camp….@PrithviShaw pic.twitter.com/Zm72VA7KJK— Amit Mahala (@AmitMahala5) February 9, 2024
He is back, Prithvi Shaw is back!!!
Hundred 💯 in the Ranji Trophy against Chattisgarh.
101* in 107 balls.
He is back after his injury.
🥹. #PrithviShaw pic.twitter.com/1VARdPjF0f— Pull-Shot™ (@pullshotRo45) February 9, 2024
Well played @PrithviShaw 👏
— खुशालराव (@Vaibhav_9919_) February 9, 2024
Prithvi Shaw scores a century despite the setbacks.
Missing tournaments due to injury, he makes a stunning comeback, smashing his 13th first-class hundred in 80 innings. 🏏💯 #RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/FjCUsBxm0C
— ShamimCricSights (@MollahShamim165) February 9, 2024
Hundred for Prithvi Shaw in the Ranji Trophy 2024 against chattisgarh. 👏👏
He was ruled out of SMAT, Vijay Hazare Trophy and missed half of Ranji Trophy matches but he made a brilliant comeback by smashing his 13th first class hundred. 🌟🔥
He’s back. #RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/btPdMDmFrD
— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) February 9, 2024
Somewhere in a Stadium in Raipur @PrithviShaw is having a net. He will bring in people through the turnstiles as long as he plays. Now,he needs to define what ” how long” means in his books.
— shishir hattangadi (@shishhattangadi) February 9, 2024
