Prithvi Shaw was involved in a heated exchange with Mumbai players during a warm‑up match between Maharashtra and Mumbai on October 7. The incident occurred after Shaw was dismissed for 181 runs off 220 balls, having attempted to sweep a delivery from Musheer Khan. As he walked back to the pavilion, he was seen arguing with the opposition, prompting the umpire to intervene.
Shaw’s innings was a standout performance, featuring 21 fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 82.27. His knock helped Maharashtra post a total of 465/3 declared after 81 overs. In reply, Mumbai ended the day at 23/1 from seven overs, still trailing by 442 runs.
The warm‑up match is significant for Shaw, who is set to make his Ranji Trophy comeback with Maharashtra after playing for Mumbai in the 2024‑25 season. His stint with Mumbai was disappointing; he managed only 59 runs from four innings and was dropped due to concerns over form and fitness. His last Ranji Trophy appearance was against Maharashtra, where he scored a combined 40 runs across both innings.
Earlier this year, Shaw obtained a No Objection Certificate from Mumbai and shifted his base to Maharashtra. Since the move, he has shown solid form, marking his Maharashtra debut with a century in the Buchi Babu Tournament in August 2025.
With the 2025‑26 Ranji Trophy season set to begin on October 15, Shaw will be keen to deliver a strong batting performance. Maharashtra, placed in Elite Group B, will open their campaign against Kerala. The incident with the Mumbai players has added intensity to the upcoming season, and both Shaw’s form and his new team’s performance will be closely watched. His impressive century in the warm‑up match sends a clear message about his intentions for the forthcoming Ranji Trophy.
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