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Mint
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Mint
Prithvi Shaw reveals how Sachin Tendulkar's words pulled him back on track: ‘I still believe in you'
Prithvi Shaw has been in the limelight since 2013, when, aged just 14, he scored 546 runs in the Harris Shield school cricket match. Since then, the child prodigy has gone on to break multiple records, even leading India to victory in the 2018 U-19 World Cup alongside prominent players such as Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh and Abhishek Sharma. The batter soon earned a place in the Indian team and was compared to Sachin Tendulkar himself. However, the story did not have a happy ending: the cricketer was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team last year and snubbed at the IPL 2025 mega auctions in Jeddah. The batter struggled with discipline issues, and he later admitted that he had been in bad company during a difficult period. During this difficult period, Shaw revealed that very few people reached out to him, but one of them was his mentor, the Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who refused to lose faith in him. In an interview News24, Shaw revealed that Sachin still believes in him and recently told him to come back to the right track. "Sachin sir knows about my journey. Arjun and I have been friends since we were 8-9 years old. We've played together, grown up together. Sir was also there sometimes. I had a word with him a little while ago too. Hardly 2 month ago. He was practicing at the MIG. And I was there too. I spoke to him then too. When things go awry and you drift away, you need that mentor, who can light a spark into you. He still believes in me. He said 'Prithvi, I still believe in you, and I'll continue to do so'. Because he has seen me grow up. Even today, he tells me 'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha' (Come back on the same track as earlier). Everything is possible in the next 13-14 years. So he believes in me and that means a lot," Shaw told the TV channel.
India.com
10 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
Prithvi Shaw Reveals Sachin Tendulkars Advice That Sparked His Comeback, Joins Maharashtra for Fresh Start
Once hailed as the next big thing in Indian cricket, Prithvi Shaw is now chasing redemption. With his career at a crossroads, the 25-year-old batter has found renewed hope and purpose—thanks to a timely intervention from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Few Indian cricketers have experienced the dizzying highs and crushing lows of fame as early as Prithvi Shaw. At 15, he was rewriting school cricket records. At 18, he captained India to a U-19 World Cup victory and scored a century on Test debut. Shaw was billed as the heir to the legacy of Sachin Tendulkar. But what followed was a dramatic fall from grace. Off-field distractions, poor discipline, and questionable choices gradually distanced Shaw from the game that once defined him. He was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team, went unsold in the IPL 2025 Auction, and was largely absent from India's domestic cricket headlines. Now, in a surprising yet strategic move, Shaw has opted for a fresh start with the Maharashtra team, seeking a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association to make the switch ahead of the upcoming domestic season. 'He Still Believes in Me': Tendulkar's Words That Sparked a Turnaround In a candid interview with News24, Shaw offered rare insight into the emotional and personal side of his journey. He revealed that a recent conversation with Sachin Tendulkar—his childhood idol and mentor—rekindled his lost fire. 'Sachin sir knows about my journey. Arjun [Tendulkar] and I have been friends since we were kids. Sir has seen me grow up. We spoke a couple of months ago while training at MIG. He told me, 'Prithvi, I still believe in you, and I always will',' Shaw recalled. Tendulkar's message was clear: 'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha.' It wasn't just advice. It was a reminder of the talent, hunger, and work ethic that had once made Shaw India's brightest young star. The exchange wasn't a one-off pep talk—it was a call to action. For a player who had seemingly lost his way, Tendulkar's belief served as the anchor he needed to begin again. A Bold Move: Leaving Mumbai, Embracing Maharashtra Leaving Mumbai cricket, where he made his name, is no small decision. But for Shaw, it's a conscious attempt to break from the distractions of the past and immerse himself in a new environment. The Maharashtra team will offer a fresh dressing room, a new coaching setup, and a renewed sense of competition—all vital for someone aiming to reboot his domestic career. This move also gives him the platform to return to form in the Ranji Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and other key domestic tournaments. With consistent performances, Shaw could once again be in contention for India A selections and even a potential national comeback. From Rock Bottom to a Comeback Trail Shaw is no longer shying away from his past. He acknowledges the mistakes—poor lifestyle choices, lack of discipline, and fading commitment—that led to his fall. But what sets him apart now is his readiness to confront them. 'Everything is possible in the next 13-14 years. I've made mistakes, but I'm working harder than ever. With Sachin sir's support, I believe I can come back stronger,' said Shaw. For Indian cricket fans, the story of Prithvi Shaw isn't just about missed potential. It's about the power of mentorship, the need for accountability, and the courage to restart. In an age where careers can vanish in the blink of a headline, Shaw is scripting his own second act—this time with more grit than glamour.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Wapas track pe aaja': Prithvi Shaw recalls Sachin Tendulkar's advice
was once hailed as the next big thing in . At just 15, he was smashing records, and by 18, he was leading India to an Under-19 World Cup win. A century on his Test debut followed, and many believed a star was born. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But success came fast, and so did the distractions. Shaw admitted he lost focus: wrong friends, poor decisions, and fading discipline slowly pulled him away from cricket. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. He started skipping long practice hours and prioritised the wrong things. His career took a hit: he was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team and went unsold at the IPL 2025 auction. Amid the silence, one voice stood strong: 's. The cricket legend, who had watched Shaw grow up alongside his son Arjun, stood by him when few did. "Sachin sir knows about my journey. Arjun and I have been friends since we were 8-9 years old. We've played together, grown up together. Sir was also there sometimes. I had a word with him a little while ago too. Hardly 2 month ago. He was practicing at the MIG. And I was there too. I spoke to him then too," Shaw told News24. Poll Do you believe Prithvi Shaw can make a successful comeback in cricket? Yes, he has the potential. No, he's lost his way. "When things go awry and you drift away, you need that mentor, who can light a spark into you. He still believes in me. He said 'Prithvi, I still believe in you, and I'll continue to do so'. Because he has seen me grow up. Even today, he tells me 'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha' (Come back on the same track as earlier). Everything is possible in the next 13-14 years. So he believes in me and that means a lot." Watching Test cricket in England: Ticket prices, food options, museum and all about Headingley The words gave him hope. Now 25, Shaw is trying to turn things around. He's left Mumbai cricket and joined Maharashtra to start fresh. He's open about his past and is putting in the hard work again, hoping to rebuild what once seemed lost. Whether this marks the beginning of a full comeback or not, one thing is clear: Shaw is no longer running from his mistakes—he's facing them. And with legends like Sachin in his corner, he's got a real shot at redemption.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
"No Big Cricketer Called Me Except...": Prithvi Shaw On His Struggle, Lets It All Out In Blunt Interview
Prithvi Shaw has seen a lot in the past two years. Once considered the next big thing in Indian cricket, the star batter failed to get a single team in the IPL 2025. Fitness and disciplinary issues has seen Prithvi Shaw lose his stocks and he accepts that he has a long grind ahead. Recently, Prithvi Shaw wrote to the Mumbai Cricket Association seeking a transfer ahead of the upcoming domestic season. The 25-year-old Shaw, who has played five Tests and six ODIs for India, was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji side last year on grounds of poor fitness and lack of discipline. Having missed the rest of the Ranji Trophy season, Shaw last played for Mumbai in the final of the premier domestic tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy against Madhya Pradesh, which his side won by five wickets. Shaw revealed that no 'big cricketer' called him during his period of struggle. "Except Rishabh Pant. And also Sachin Tendulkar, He knows by struggle. He has has seen me grow up with Arjun Tendulkar. I have gone to his house also," Shaw said in an interview to News24. The 25-year-old added that he has taken some wrong decisions. 'There are a lot of things. It is different for people to see. Because I know what has happened. I can understand it. I have taken a lot of wrong decisions in life. I started giving less time to cricket. I used to practice a lot. For example, I used to bat for 3-4 hours in nets. I never got tired of batting. I used to go to the ground for half a day. I admit that there was a distraction,' Shaw told News24. 'After that, I started considering what was not necessary as necessary. I made some wrong friends. Because I was at the top at that time. Friendship is also formed. Then they took me here and there. All those things. Then I got away from the track. I used to give 8 hours of practice on the ground. Now it is 4 hours,' he added.
