'Deserves opportunities before others'- Twitter hails Prithvi Shaw following a quickfire ton in Duleep Trophy

Prithvi Shaw’s made his Indian T20 League debut way back in 2018 and saw a sensational rise to the Indian cricket national team from then on. He was soon promoted to the national side and made his Test debut in the same year against West indies.

His ODI debut came two years later when he played against New Zealand in 2020 and followed up with a T20I debut in 2021 against Sri Lanka. At this point, he was touted as the next best thing in Indian cricket.

His international career, however, did not follow the same path as many predicted and soon the Thane-born batter found himself out of the team in all formats. His last match in Blue jersey was way back in 2021 and since then Shaw has found himself knocking at the door of the Indian team without any success.

The right-hand opener however has been sensational in List A and First class cricket. In 35 matches Shah has made 2882 runs with an average of 48 in First Class cricket. He also has the highest score of 202. In List A cricket the opener has even better stats. In 44 matches he has made 2316 runs with an average of 56.48 and a strike rate of 125. The highest score of 227* speak volumes about his technical abilities.

Today, playing for West Zone Shaw hit an unbeaten 104 runs in just 96 balls in a First Class match. Making a century while Yashasvi Jaiswal (3), Ajinky Rahane (12) and Rahul Tripathi (0) failed to produce something significant has left Twitter buzzing and cricket fans are now calling for Shaw to be included in the national side.

Many Twitter users have shed light on the fact that Shaw continues to be overlooked despite his impressive performance in domestic while the likes of Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and others

Here are reactions to Prithvi Shaw's century. 

This Scorecard is just brutal. Take a bow, Prithvi Shaw. pic.twitter.com/iul2VUbrRv

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 16, 2022

If only Prithvi Shaw had an excellent PR agency like Sanju Samson https://t.co/s0AeIA1fr3

— Smart Msdian (@HonestMsdFan) September 16, 2022

If only Prithvi Shaw had an excellent PR agency like Sanju Samson https://t.co/s0AeIA1fr3

— Smart Msdian (@HonestMsdFan) September 16, 2022

Prithvi Shaw not being considered by India will be Indias loss more than anything else...Cause the kinda talent the man has, he can just be a freelance and earn millions the way many do!

High time the selectors realise some people just need a better handling!

— Gagan Chawla (@toecrushrzzz) September 16, 2022

Remember we aren't still picking PRITHVI SHAW !! https://t.co/YRvm6y096w

— Paisa jeevi 💸💵 (@imcricfanatic) September 11, 2022

Thank you for raising this , Prithvi Shaw deserved opportunities way before Shubman or anyone else for that matter . His performances and batting style suits T20's and should have gained a place . It seems we have given up this world cup for attending the needs of the veterans . https://t.co/Vd3K00IN3m

— CricKabila (@MTapree) September 13, 2022

Prithvi shaw should consider for national selection. He is a game changer and india desperately need a batter like him in top order especially in t20is

— kirat.13 (@gs251313) September 16, 2022

Stoked to see Prithvi Shaw back in the mix. Looks like they have worked on rumoured 'disciplinary issues'.

With due respect to everyone, eyes bleed seeing some okay okay youngsters getting a preference over this generational talent. Should be our all format opener in an year.

— Ricky talks Cricket (@CricRicky) September 16, 2022