Prithvi Shaw’s 222 off 156 balls for Delhi in the Ranji Trophy has put the 26‑year‑old back into the conversation for an India recall. That blistering knock followed a season where Shaw amassed 537 runs in seven matches, a strike rate that caught selectors’ eyes even after his Mumbai drop. The young opener’s journey has been anything but smooth: dropped from the Ranji squad, left unsold in the 2025 IPL auction, and a letter from former coach Greg Chappell served as a lifeline. Shaw says he’s cut back on social media, focusing instead on family and training in his hotel room—Netflix, FIFA, and Tekken keep the adrenaline high off the crease. With Delhi Capitals re‑drafting him for the 2026 IPL, the stakes are clear: perform consistently to earn a spot among a crowded openers pool and prove he’s ready for the national stage. The upcoming IPL 2026 opener against Rajasthan Royals will be his first chance to showcase his form.