Prithvi Shaw's career struggles, marked by indiscipline and missed opportunities despite immense talent, serve as a cautionary tale in Indian cricket. Updated: November 30, 2024 8:39 AM IST By Edited by The surprising outcome of Prithvi Shaw going unsold at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah continues to spark discussions. Following comments from Mohammad Kaif, a former selector, and Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal, Pravin Amre, who closely mentored the 25-year-old during their time at DC, has weighed in on the matter.
Amre suggested that Shaw may have struggled to cope with the fame and the allure of cricket’s glamorous lifestyle, which might have impacted his career trajectory. Prithvi Shaw, now 25, recently purchased a luxurious penthouse in Bandra, one of Mumbai’s most upscale neighborhoods. Once regarded as Indian cricket’s next big star, Shaw’s career began on a high note, highlighted by leading India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup in 2018 and securing a lucrative IPL contract with the Delhi Capitals the same year.
However, as Shaw’s success soared, Pravin Amre believes he may have become a bit complacent, allowing indiscipline to seep into his game. Despite being cautioned with examples like that of former cricketer Vinod Kambli—who was often cited as a cautionary tale—Amre feels these warnings failed to resonate with Shaw. “Three years back, I gave him Vinod Kambli’s example.
I’ve seen Kambli’s downfall from close quarters. It’s not.
