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Prithvi Shaw Ruled Out Of English One-Day Cup Due To Knee Injury

image-lldk0w7pPrithvi Shaw ruled out [Twitter]

Prithvi Shaw's journey with Northamptonshire County Cricket Club has been nothing short of spectacular, marked by exceptional innings and record-breaking performances. However, an unfortunate injury has prematurely ended his stint with the club, leaving a void in their lineup for the remainder of the season.

Shaw's incredible form reached its peak on August 9, when he unleashed a jaw-dropping display of skill, scoring 244 runs off 153 balls. The 23-year-old innings, embellished with 28 boundaries and 11 sixes, showcased his remarkable talent and propelled Northamptonshire to an impressive victory over Somerset, triumphing by a margin of 87 runs.

Notably, this century marked a significant milestone for the Mumbai batter as he crossed the threshold of 3,000 List-A runs. In 57 matches, he has accumulated 3,056 runs at an average of 57.66 and a strike rate of 126.69. With ten centuries and 11 fifties to his name in just 57 innings, Shaw's cricketing prowess shone brightly.

However, his journey took an unfortunate turn when he suffered a knee injury while fielding in a match against Durham. 

Subsequent scan results unveiled the severity of the injury, forcing Shaw to withdraw from the remainder of his Northamptonshire stint. John Sadler, the Head Coach of the team, expressed his disappointment, acknowledging Shaw's significant impact on the club during his short tenure.

“In his short stint Prithvi has made a huge impact on us as a club. It’s a huge shame he won’t be with us for the remainder of this comp. He’s an extremely humble young man, he’s very respectful and had been so grateful for the opportunity to represent Northamptonshire,”  The Head Coach said.

Shaw's contribution to the team has been nothing short of exceptional. As the current leading run-scorer in the competition, he accumulated a remarkable 429 runs across four innings. Despite his departure, his impact on the team's performance will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy.

Adding to the narrative, it has been revealed that Shaw is now under the guidance of the BCCI. The organisation is taking swift action to address the situation, arranging for him to consult a specialist in London on Friday.