'Cricket is my passion. No one can take this away from me': Prithvi Shaw
Prithvi Shaw opens up on his year-long reset after missing IPL 2025, calling it a much-needed mental break. The Delhi Capitals opener reflects on inconsistent form, handling criticism, and lessons from setbacks, including his Mumbai exit. Back with a clearer mindset, Shaw emphasises quality practice, staying at present, and his unwavering ambition to return to the Indian team.
NEW DELHI: “I like to be in the present. ” That sums up Prithvi Shaw’s outlook after a turbulent phase that saw him lose his IPL spot and his place in the Mumbai Ranji Trophy squad. Back after a mental reset, the Delhi Capitals batter is choosing clarity over noise.
“Last year when I didn't play IPL, I enjoyed my life a lot. I went to a couple of places to refresh my mind a little, and then I came back. The same routine, I practised, worked hard… whatever I used to do, I started doing it three times.
And I think it was a good break for me. I can't say that I took a step back,” Shaw told reporters ahead of Delhi Capitals’ intra-squad match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday. For Shaw, the time away helped him reset mentally and reconnect with his personal life.
“It was just a needed break, so that I can strengthen myself mentally. It was a good break and I enjoyed it a lot. I got a lot of family time, so I was happy with it.
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