Prithvi Shaw comeback date is confirmed as the out-of-favour Team India batter begins a fresh domestic chapter. The talented opener will debut for Maharashtra in the All India Buchi Babu Invitational tournament in Chennai this month. This marks his return to competitive cricket after an eight-month break.
Fresh Start After Mumbai Exit
Shaw, who switched from Mumbai to Maharashtra earlier this season, leads the batting lineup in his new team’s campaign. The move follows his omission from the Mumbai squad due to disciplinary issues and poor fitness, factors that have overshadowed his natural talent in recent years.
Partnership With Ruturaj Gaikwad
Joining Shaw in the Maharashtra squad is Ruturaj Gaikwad, returning from injury. The duo could form a formidable opening pair, but Gaikwad will play only the opening match before joining West Zone for the Duleep Trophy. Wicketkeeper Saurabh Nawale will also depart after the first game for Duleep Trophy duties.
Chance to Revive Career
Maharashtra will be captained by Ankit Bawne, with the management eager to see renewed commitment from Shaw. Once a teenage sensation for India and a key performer for Delhi Capitals in the IPL, Shaw’s form and off-field issues led to him going unsold in the 2025 IPL auction. This tournament offers him a chance to rebuild confidence and showcase his hunger for runs.
Maharashtra’s Group and Fixtures
Maharashtra’s group in the Buchi Babu tournament features Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, and TNCA President’s XI. Their campaign begins against Chhattisgarh at Gurunanak College, where Shaw will aim for an impactful start.
Elsewhere, India U-19 captain Ayush Mhatre will lead a depleted Mumbai squad in the same tournament, filling in for the absent Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane, with Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan in the ranks.
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