Delhi Capitals opener Prithvi Shaw was once seen as India’s emerging batsman, but he could not maintain consistency with the bat, which caused a setback to his career. Prithvi’s performance in the IPL 2024 season was also not good, due to which he is facing criticism. The team had high expectations from him, but Prithvi could not contribute to the team’s success. Now former Pakistan player Wasim Akram has given advice to Prithvi. He has said that Prithvi should focus more on cricket instead of partying.
Prithvi could not impress in IPL 2024
Prithvi could not impress in IPL 2024 and questions are being raised about his form and focus. Prithvi has been seen struggling to regain his form during the tournament. Prithvi has scored 198 runs in eight matches in the current season and during this his strike rate has been 163.63.
Prithvi should focus on basics’
Former Pakistan fast bowler Akram gave his opinion on Prithvi Shaw’s struggle to score runs in IPL. According to Akram, Prithvi has talent and he advised this opener to focus on basics and play first class cricket. Akram said, I have not seen Prithvi closely this year, but he has to return to his basics. He should play in first class and score as many runs as possible. Focus on cricket, not party. Prithvi still has a lot of cricket left in him. He just has to perform better in first class cricket. Score a century there and make a comeback. This is the only way, there is no shortcut to this. Prithvi still has time which is a good thing for him.
Prithvi last played for India in 2021
Prithvi Shaw was last seen playing for India in 2021. He took part in the limited overs series against Sri Lanka. Akram also stressed on Prithvi’s consistent play. He said, Prithvi needs to play consistently and he has to focus on things outside the field. After retirement, party as much as you want, no one will care, but for now just focus on cricket.
New Delhi, Delhi Capitals’ performance in IPL 2024 has been mixed. However, with its strong performance in the last few matches, it has remained in the playoff race. The team is fifth in the points table with 6 wins and as many losses in 12 matches. Two matches are to be played against Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Both of them will also stake their claim for the playoffs.
The team’s performance has been better in the second half of the 17th season of IPL, one player who has been in and out of the team throughout is star Indian opener Prithvi Shaw. Prithvi Shaw has had a poor performance in the last few matches. Due to this he has been dropped from the team. Former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram has given him special advice while talking to Sportskeeda on being out of the team.
The young player’s season the previous year was forgettable; in just eight appearances, he was unable to score 100 runs. Despite some better performances in 2024, he hasn’t quite returned to peak form; in 8 games, he’s scored 198 runs at a 163.64 strike rate. He was left out of the starting lineup in the team’s most recent victory over the Rajasthan Royals, as Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel both had outstanding games in the opening.
Wasim Akram, a former pacer for Pakistan, talked about Shaw’s difficulties during the current season. Akram acknowledged Shaw’s skill but offered some advice to the young Indian player, who has lost out on spots in the national team due to erratic play and personal problems.