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Prithvi Shaw, the dynamic Indian cricket sensation, has set the England One-Day Cup 2023 ablaze with his extraordinary batting prowess, leaving cricket enthusiasts in awe. Representing Northamptonshire, Shaw’s remarkable performance on Wednesday saw him dismantle the Somerset bowling attack, ultimately etching his name in the cricketing record books.
Shaw’s blazing bat turned the spotlight on him as he amassed a phenomenal score of 244 runs off just 153 deliveries. His exquisite innings featured a breathtaking array of 28 fours and 11 sixes, truly showcasing his ability to dominate any attack. This astonishing feat secured him the sixth-highest individual score in the history of List A cricket.
The impact of Shaw’s brilliance extended beyond individual glory, as his remarkable performance played a pivotal role in helping Northamptonshire amass an imposing total of 415/8 in 50 overs against their opponents.
Focus on enjoyment over selection: Shaw
Following his extraordinary batting display, Shaw candidly shared his perspective on the Indian team selection. Despite not featuring in the Indian side for over two years since July 2021, Shaw expressed his lack of concern about his current standing in the eyes of the Indian selectors. Instead, he emphasized his commitment to relishing his time with Northants.
“Definitely experience for sure. Not really thinking what the Indian selectors may be thinking, but I just want to have a good time here, have a good time with the players over here and the support staff. Northamptonshire have given me this opportunity… they’re really looking after me. I’m really enjoying it,” Shaw stated, as quoted by India Today.
Shaw’s record-breaking performance in the England One-Day Cup was reminiscent of his previous achievement. In February 2021, he had scored a formidable 227 off 152 balls while representing Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Puducherry. Shaw’s recent 244-run innings surpassed this milestone, reaffirming his prowess as a formidable batsman.
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Reflecting on his approach to the game, Shaw emphasized his commitment to team success. “The 227 was in my head, to be honest. I spoke to Whitey [Whiteman] when he was there and I told him it’s 227, my highest score. But it was a good team effort all around. I always try and win matches for the team, and I’m the kind of player who puts my team first and then myself. If scoring like this can help my team to win, then I should continue this,” Shaw added.
