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Prithvi Shaw's IPL 2024 Comeback Delayed as Knee Recovery Continues

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In a setback for the dynamic opener, Prithvi Shaw's return to the cricket field faces a prolonged delay as he grapples with a persistent knee injury. The 24-year-old, sidelined since August last year due to a knee ligament injury sustained during a One-Day Cup game, is now set to endure at least one or two more months of rehabilitation.

Currently undergoing a rigorous workload assessment at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Shaw's comeback hinges on the resilience of his knee to increased demands. Reports suggest that his batting and fielding drills have shown promise, but a few more games will be pivotal before he secures the green light for a competitive return.

While the Mumbai star eyes a potential comeback in IPL 2024, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) will first evaluate his availability for the Ranji Trophy knockouts. Shaw, who underwent posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) surgery five months ago, has faced challenges in regaining full fitness. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is carefully managing his return, ensuring that he enhances his agility and acceleration through tailored drills.

With an IPL 2023 season plagued by poor form, where Shaw managed only 106 runs in 8 games, he aims to revive his career. Having not represented Team India for over a year, the aggressive batter's journey back to the top has faced multiple hurdles. His IPL franchise, Delhi Capitals, retains faith in him, presenting a crucial platform for redemption.

The BCCI's cautious approach, delaying Shaw's return by an additional couple of months and causing him to likely miss the early matches of IPL 2024, underscores the importance of a thorough recovery process. As the countdown to IPL 2024 begins, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await Shaw's return, hoping to witness the flamboyant opener in action once again.