Successful Century by Surplus India Opener in His First Match for New Squad in Buchi Babu Competition, With 111 Out of 166 Runs Scored
In a significant move for Indian cricket, Prithvi Shaw began his tenure with Maharashtra in the 2025 Buchi Babu Trophy. The opening batsman, who last represented India in July 2021, made a strong comeback with a century in his first match against Chhattisgarh.
Shaw's formidable innings included 14 fours and a six, scoring 111 off 141 balls. His contribution accounted for 67% of Maharashtra's total runs, a testament to his prowess. Shaw's opening wicket partnership with Sachin Dhas was a promising 71 runs, with Dhas scoring 10 runs.
However, the match was not without its challenges. Ruturaj Gaikwad was dismissed for just one run, leaving Maharashtra in a difficult position. Wickets kept falling for Maharashtra, leaving them in trouble at 143 for five. Despite the setbacks, Shaw's performance provided a much-needed boost.
Shaw's move from Mumbai to Maharashtra ahead of the season was strategic, as he aimed to aid his cricket growth. He received a no-objection certificate in June to make the transition.
In List-A cricket, Shaw has accumulated an impressive 3,399 runs at an average of 55.72 with a strike rate of 125.74. His first-class career includes 58 matches, 4,556 runs, an average of 46.02, 13 centuries, and a highest score of 379. Shaw's T20 record comprises 2,902 runs at a strike rate of 151.54.
Despite his talent, Shaw's form, fitness, and disciplinary concerns have led to him losing ground in his career. He went unsold in the IPL 2025 auction and was left out of Mumbai's squad midway through the 2024-25 domestic campaign.
This was Shaw's first competitive appearance since December 2024. In his first match for Maharashtra, he also took three outfield catches, demonstrating his versatility in the field.
Shaw has played a total of 5 Tests, 6 ODIs, and 1 T20I for India. His return to competitive cricket with Maharashtra marks a new chapter in his career, and fans eagerly await his next performance.
Unfortunately, the search results do not provide information about who was the president of the Maharashtra Cricket Association when Shaw joined the team. Regardless, Shaw's decision to join Maharashtra seems to be a strategic move that could potentially revive his career.
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