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Ruturaj Gaikwad acknowledges Prithvi Shaw's heroics by sharing POTM award

Arunima Purohit

Ruturaj Gaikwad and Prithvi Shaw [Source: @MahaCricket]Ruturaj Gaikwad and Prithvi Shaw [Source: @MahaCricket]

Maharashtra captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s splendid performance against Chandigarh helped them win the match by 144 runs. His anchoring role in the first innings saved Maharashtra from collapse, and hence, the Player was awarded the Player of the Match trophy. He scored 116 runs off 163 balls in the first innings and an unbeaten 36 in the second. 

Ruturaj Gaikwad shared POTM award with Prithvi Shaw

The 27-year-old batter showed the true sense of sportsmanship after the game as he shared his POTM award with batter Prithvi Shaw, who slammed the second-fastest double century in Ranji Trophy history. While he was dismissed cheaply in the first innings, he made sure to contribute in the second. He scored 222 runs and slammed a double century in just 141 balls. 

This award and gesture by Gaikwad were a massive boost for Shaw, who has recently shifted from Mumbai to Maharashtra. The talented young Player has been struggling with form, consistency, and scoring runs in the domestic set-up. This innings will surely ignite a hope in Shaw to play for India once again. Moreover, with the performance, he has knocked on the doors of the selectors, expecting another chance in the national set-up. 

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A tale of teamwork and redemption

The 25-year-old batter, Prithvi Shaw’s explosive double century, wasn’t just a result of form; it was a statement of resilience and hard work. His 222-run knock powered Maharashtra to a commanding position, reminding everyone of his immense potential. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, leading from the front, matched Shaw’s brilliance with a composed century of his own. 

Meanwhile, in a touching display of humility, Gaikwad chose to share his Player of the Match award with Shaw, acknowledging his teammate’s match-defining effort. The gesture beautifully captured the spirit of teamwork and redemption, as two players rose together, pushing each other, and set the perfect example of camaraderie in domestic cricket.