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‘Bhai run bhi banane hote hain’ – Fans react as Prithvi Shaw defends his attacking style of play across all formats
Young India batter Prithvi Shaw defended his attacking style of play and said that he will continue to play his natural game in all three formats. The 23-year-old highlighted that he cannot bat like the veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara, but, instead, he will bat in his own style.
After a promising start to his cricketing career, Shaw is currently struggling with his form in all formats of the game. He failed to make an impact in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. He could only score 106 runs from eight matches he played for Delhi Capitals in 2023. His form resulted in his exclusion from the Indian squad for the West Indies tour.
‘I think whichever game for me right now is as important as anything’ – Shaw
Speaking after West Zone’s Duleep Trophy semifinal against Central Zone, Shaw said that he believes in playing his natural attacking game and doesn’t intend to change his style. The Mumbai batter also expressed his determination to give his best in every game. He believes that every run he makes will help him to make a comeback in the Indian team.
“Personally, I feel I don’t have to change my game, but a little smarter than what I am. I can’t bat like Pujara sir bats or Pujara sir can’t bat like me. So, what I am trying to do are those things that have brought me here till, for example, the aggressive batting, I don’t like to change that. I think whichever game for me right now is as important as anything. Even if I’m playing Duleep Trophy or my Mumbai game, I feel it’s very important for me to bring out my best,” Shaw was quoted as saying by CricketAddictor.
“It’s not that you can always be perfect but I try to work harder after these kinds of things happen (not getting runs). T20 is a bit more slashing, but a similar mindset. Not the similar way as in T20 with me when I am playing red-ball cricket as well. What I should try is to play with bowlers, distract them, and force them to give the ball that you want and not the ball that they want to bowl,” he further added.
This is how Twitter reacted to Prithvi Shaw’s comments;
— Jim Is Here To Take Care of Him (@RoastHimJim) July 9, 2023
— Jim Is Here To Take Care of Him (@RoastHimJim) July 9, 2023
— Jim Is Here To Take Care of Him (@RoastHimJim) July 9, 2023
😏Bud I am sorry to tell you he can 💪 pic.twitter.com/hG3EpXJhk8
— TZxKraken🇮🇳 (@TZxKRAKEN) July 9, 2023
I don’t think this is the best approach
He should learn it from Sachin …
— Sachin (@sachinsanafan) July 9, 2023
Ok then selectors also don't want to change there decision on selecting u sir 😆
— Suleman (@Suleman_11_) July 9, 2023
Dont know why fellow tweets badmouthing him.. his life, his decision.. in a way it is true, isnt it.. ppl took note of his aggressive style and picked him in the side.. all he needs to do is have form on his side, everything else will fall into place…
— Ramkrishna Iyer (@KannanK51531500) July 9, 2023
Well, well, Mr. Power Swinger, if mindless slogging is your secret formula, who are we to question it? Pujara sir must be wondering how he missed out on the 'hit and hope' technique. Keep swinging, my friend. The outfield needs some fielding practice too! 😄🏏
— Cricket Theorist (@CricketTheorist) July 9, 2023
Dude hasn't scored h
1/20th of Pujara's career runs and is already comparing himself with Pujara. Shaw is definitely next Kambli.— piyush sharma (@writerpiyush1) July 9, 2023
