Prithvi Shaw has shared a cryptic four-word post on Instagram—”Need a break thx”—shortly after news broke that he had been dropped from Mumbai’s squad for their upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Tripura.
While the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) did not officially announce a reason for Shaw’s exclusion, reports suggest the decision was driven by disciplinary concerns, including his fitness levels and lack of commitment to practice.
The 24-year-old batter’s Instagram post came just hours before reports surfaced regarding his omission. According to sources,Prithvi Shaw has been deemed overweight, with 35% body fat, and has been instructed to follow a two-week fitness regimen designed by MCA trainers to address the issue.
Prithvi Shaw’s attitude in practice sessions has also raised concerns among the team’s management and selectors, including senior players Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer and head coach Omkar Salvi. While Rahane and other India stars like Shardul Thakur are known for their dedication to nets, Shaw has reportedly been skipping practice or performing poorly when he does attend, often getting out cheaply.
The team management is reportedly frustrated by Shaw’s lack of focus and his failure to adhere to basic fitness standards, which contributed to their decision to drop him from the squad.
