Prithvi Shaw Joins Northamptonshire, Continuing the Indian Legacy in English County Cricket

Young batting prodigy set to make his mark in the County Championship and Royal London One-Day Cup, following in the footsteps of Indian greats.

Promising Indian talent Prithvi Shaw has secured a deal with Northamptonshire, marking his entry into English County cricket. He will participate in the four-day County matches as well as the Royal London One-Day Cup following the conclusion of the Duleep Trophy.

Prithvi Shaw Joins Northamptonshire, Continuing the Indian Legacy in English County Cricket

The upcoming Duleep Trophy, scheduled from June 28 to July 16, will kick off the 2023-24 domestic season. Shaw’s stint with Northamptonshire will be his debut in the English County Championship, following in the footsteps of former Indian captains Bishan Singh Bedi, Sourav Ganguly, and Anil Kumble.

According to the Times of India, Shaw’s participation in the County matches and the Royal London One-Day Cup has been confirmed. He will play in the Duleep Trophy semi-final against the Central Zone and, if needed, in the final from July 12 to 16.

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Shaw’s remarkable batting prowess was evident in the previous Ranji Trophy season when he smashed an impressive 379 runs off 383 deliveries against Assam. This outstanding performance surpassed the previous record set by Sanjay Manjrekar and established Shaw as Mumbai’s highest run-scorer in a single innings. It also stands as the second-highest individual score in the history of the competition.

Having already made an impact on the international stage with appearances in five Tests, six ODIs, and one T20I, Shaw brings valuable experience to the table. In 42 first-class matches, he has amassed 3,679 runs, including 12 centuries and 15 fifties.

Prithvi Shaw Joins Northamptonshire, Continuing the Indian Legacy in English County Cricket

Shaw’s signing with Northamptonshire presents an exciting opportunity for the young talent to further hone his skills and gain valuable experience in English County cricket. He will join the esteemed list of Indian players, including Bishan Singh Bedi, Sourav Ganguly, and Anil Kumble, who have represented Northamptonshire in the past.

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