Delhi Capitals have had a mixed season so far in IPL 2024 but remain in the playoff contention. The team has a record of 6 wins and 2 losses from 12 matches, with games remaining against Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore, both of whom are in contention for a playoff spot. While the team has improved in the second half of the season, one player who has been inconsistent is India's star player Prithvi Shaw.
The youngster had a forgettable season last year, appearing in eight games and barely managing to cross the 100 RBI mark. Although performance has improved in 2024, it is still not at its peak. He had 198 runs in eight games with a strike rate of 163.64. He was not part of the eleven in the team's final match against Rajasthan Royals, which the team won due to strong early performances from Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel.
Former Pakistan pacer Wasim Akram spoke about the show's struggles in the ongoing season. Although Akram praised Shaw's talent, he gave advice to the Indian youngster who has been dropped from contention for a spot in the national team due to inconsistent performances and off-field issues.
“I haven't looked at him closely this year, but he has to get back to basics and play first-class cricket and score big runs. Focus on cricket and not partying,” Akram said. Sports Keeda.
“He still has plenty of cricketing talent, so come back and play first-class cricket. Get many centuries and make a comeback. That's the only way. There are no shortcuts for him. He has time and that is good for him,” Akram further said.
“I have to play regularly.”
Shaw last played for Team India in 2021, when he was part of the squad for the white-ball series against Sri Lanka. Wasim Akram stressed that Shaw plays regularly and he needs to take care of himself off the field as well.
“He has to play regularly and look at himself off the field. After retirement, you can party as much as you want. But for now, focus on cricket,” he said. Ta.
Delhi Capitals will return to action on May 12th when they will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in an important IPL match for both sides.
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