Prithvi Shaw, the Mumbai batter, faced disappointment as he went unsold at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah. Despite being presented with a base price of INR 75 lakh, he did not receive any bids and was not recalled during the accelerated round. Following the snub, a video of Shaw addressing the social media trolling he has endured since his cricketing career downturn went viral.
In the video, originally shared on the YouTube channel “Focused Indian,” Shaw discussed how he handles criticism on social media. He acknowledged that while some trolling can be hurtful, he also sees it as a sign that people are paying attention to him. Shaw recalled a recent incident where a video of him dancing on his birthday sparked brutal reactions, leaving him questioning what he had done wrong.
Former Delhi Capitals assistant coach Mohammed Kaif expressed disappointment at Shaw’s unsold status at the auction, calling it “shameful.” He advised Shaw to focus on domestic cricket to regain his reputation, citing the example of Sarfaraz Khan who earned his place in the national team through consistent performance.
Shaw, who had spent seven seasons with Delhi Capitals before being released, has been struggling in domestic cricket and was dropped from Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad due to fitness concerns. Despite lowering his base price, he failed to attract any attention at the auction. Kaif emphasized the importance of Shaw returning to basics and focusing on scoring runs to make a comeback.
Overall, Shaw’s unsold status at the IPL auction has sparked discussions about his future in cricket and the need for him to reevaluate his approach to the game. Despite the setbacks, Shaw remains determined to overcome the challenges and prove his worth on the field.
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