Published 15:12 IST, August 10th 2023

'I just want...': Prithvi Shaw comments on Indian selectors after a dazzling 244-run knock

Prithvi Shaw played an incredible innings of 244 against Somerset in England's ODI Cup. Following the innings he laid weight on where he stands.

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Prithvi Shaw during match against Somerset (Image: @@NorthantsCCC/twitter) | Image: self
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After playing an incredible inning of 244 against Somerset in England's One-Day Cup, Prithvi Shaw admitted that he is not expecting a call-up to the national side. The 23-year-old smashed all over the part for Northamptonshire on Wednesday. The player had a dismal IPL 2023 season.

3 things you need to know

  • Prithvi Shaw is a former Under-19 World cup winning captain
  • Shaw plays for Delhi Capitals in IPL
  • He went through a poor run of form in IPL 2023

Also Read | Prithvi Shaw completely destroys bowlers as he starts stint with Northamptonshire - WATCH

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Prithvi Shaw played a blistering knock of 244 against Somerset

In his 153-ball innings, the youngster smashed 11 sixes and 28 fours to propel the Northants to a massive 415 in 50 overs. Shaw displayed incredible acceleration as he completed his fifty off 44 deliveries, his 100 off 80 balls, and his 200 off just 129 deliveries. Only in the innings' last over he was dismissed.

Prithvi Shaw stated after the game that his primary goal was to take pleasure in his time with the group. After the match, he expressed his thoughts on where he stands. (reported on the official website for Northamptonshire)

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"Definitely experience for sure. Not really thinking what the Indian selectors may be thinking, but I just want to have a good time here, have a good time with the players over here and the support staff. Northamptonshire have given me this opportunity... They're really looking after me. I'm really enjoying it."

Also Read | 28 fours, 11 sixes: Prithvi Shaw goes ballistic in England, smashes 244 in 153 balls-WATCH

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Not after records

The Mumbai-born cricketer revealed telling teammate Sam Whiteman about his previous List A best of 227, but asserted that he doesn't go behind records

The 227 was in my head to be honest. I spoke to Whitey [Whiteman] when he was there and I told him it's 227, my highest score. But it was a good team effort all around. I always try and win matches for the team and I'm the kind of a player who puts my team first and then myself. If scoring like this can help my team to win, then I should continue this.

Shaw's 2023 Indian Premier League campaign was a forgettable one as he scored just 106 runs in eight games for the Delhi Capitals at a dismal average of 13.25.

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15:11 IST, August 10th 2023