Published 17:34 IST, April 22nd 2020

Prithvi Shaw joins PUBG bandwagon: Delhi Capitals star reveals lockdown routine and more

Amid the coronavirus crisis across the country, Team India and Delhi Capitals cricketer Prithvi Shaw reveals how he is spending his time during the break.

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In wake of coronavirus-induced India lockdown, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently postponed highly-anticipated Indian Premier League 2020 (IPL 2020) season until furr tice. Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw was slated to represent Delhi Capitals in tournament on ir opening match against Kings XI Punjab on March 30. However, just like any or responsible Indian citizen, Prithvi Shaw continues to remain indoors during India lockdown.

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Delhi Capitals batsman Prithvi Shaw reveals his lockdown routine

In an interview with Press Trust Of India, Prithvi Shaw revealed his lockdown routines at home and reflected his time away from game while serving a doping ban. When asked about how he is spending time during nationwide lockdown, Shaw said that he has been maintaining his fitness levels through working out indoors and by practising shadow batting. Shaw added that he has also been helping his far in kitchen and is trying to learn a few new things along way.

talented 20-year old Prithvi Shaw also admitted to playing PUBG from time to time. PlayerUnkwn's Battlegrounds (or PUBG) is a popular online multiplayer game and cricketer seems to have taken a liking to it.

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Prithvi Shaw reflects his time away from game

In July 2019, Prithvi Shaw was banned by BCCI for 'inadvertently' taking a prohibited substance. His ban lasted till vember 2019 and he described his time away from game as 'torture' for him. While interacting with fans on an Instagram Live session with Delhi Capitals franchise, batsman admitted that his time away made him “hungrier” for runs on his comeback.

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Delhi Capitals: Prithvi Shaw in IPL 2020

During IPL 2020 trading and transfer window, Prithvi Shaw was retained by Delhi Capitals for US$168,240 (₹1.2 crore). He was one of 12 cricketers retained by franchise from previous edition. right-handed batsman joined Delhi Capitals for 2018 edition of IPL and has remained a part of side since n.

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17:34 IST, April 22nd 2020