The IPL 2025 auction witnessed intense bidding wars, but one name stood out for its absence—Prithvi Shaw. The Mumbai batter, once a promising star, went unsold with no bids from any of the ten franchises. Shaw, who had a base price of ₹75 lakh, was released by Delhi Capitals earlier this season. His unexpected snub has sparked conversations across the cricketing world, with an old video of the player resurfacing and going viral on social media.
Prithvi Shaw’s Take on Trolling
In the viral video, Shaw candidly reflects on the trolling he has faced throughout his career. He admitted to following memes and online criticism, acknowledging that while trolling hurts, it also reflects the attention he continues to garner.
“If a person is not following me, how will they troll me? That means he has eyes on me. So, I think trolling is not good but it is not a bad thing as well,” Shaw remarked in the video. He further elaborated on how his personal choices are often scrutinized:
“If I am seen anymore, people say that he is outside and not practicing. But I am thinking—It is my birthday. Can I not celebrate? I was wondering what wrong have I done.”
Mohammad Kaif Calls It an “Embarrassment”
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif weighed in on Shaw’s IPL auction snub, calling it a significant moment of introspection for the player. Speaking on Jio Cinema, Kaif highlighted how Delhi Capitals heavily invested in Shaw, relying on his explosive batting during the powerplay.
“Delhi has backed Prithvi Shaw a lot. DC had hoped that he is a powerplay player and would hit six boundaries in one over. And he did that too. He hit Shivam Mavi for six fours in an over. But teams have now finally moved on,” Kaif stated.
Kaif also emphasized the need for Shaw to revisit the basics of his game, pointing to players like Sarfaraz Khan, who earned national team call-ups through sheer consistency in domestic cricket.
“It is a matter of embarrassment that he did not get a bid for ₹75 lakh. Maybe now, he finally goes back to basics and works his way up,” he concluded.
The Road Ahead for Prithvi Shaw
Shaw’s journey, marked by highs like his under-19 World Cup-winning captaincy and lows such as inconsistent performances, reflects the pressure of modern cricket. While the IPL 2025 snub is a setback, the viral video demonstrates Shaw’s resilience and awareness of the challenges he faces.
For a player of his caliber, the IPL exclusion could serve as a turning point to recalibrate and focus on his domestic cricket performances.
Fans React to Prithvi Shaw’s Auction Snub
Social media has been abuzz with mixed reactions to Shaw’s unsold status. While some sympathize with his struggles, others see it as a wake-up call for the talented batter to rediscover his form and discipline.
As Shaw himself noted in the viral video, trolling isn’t good, but it isn’t entirely bad either—it’s a reminder that he remains in the spotlight.