Out-of-favour India batter Prithvi Shaw will feature for Maharashtra in the upcoming 2025–26 domestic cricket season, the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) confirmed on Monday. The former Mumbai opener makes the move following his release from the Mumbai Cricket Association, reportedly due to concerns over fitness and discipline.
Seeking a fresh start, Shaw obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai board to facilitate the switch.
“At this stage of my career, I believe joining the Maharashtra team will help me grow further as a cricketer. I am deeply grateful to the Mumbai Cricket Association for the opportunities and support I have received over the years,” Shaw said in a statement. “Maharashtra Cricket Association has made remarkable efforts in recent years to enhance cricketing infrastructure across the state…. I am confident that being part of such a progressive setup will positively impact my journey as a cricketer. I’m happy to get the opportunity to play alongside talented players like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, Rahul Tripathi, Rajneesh Gurbani, and Mukesh Choudhary in the Maharashtra team.”
Welcoming Shaw to the team, MCA president Rohit Pawar said his experience at the international level and in the IPL would be a valuable asset. “We are delighted to welcome a player of Prithvi’s calibre to the Maharashtra team. His inclusion adds tremendous strength to an already talented squad,” Pawar said. “Shaw’s international and IPL experience will be invaluable, especially for mentoring younger players in the squad. MCA stands firmly behind Prithvi in his new journey, and we wish him the very best for the seasons ahead.”
Shaw is also expected to participate in the ongoing D.B. Deodhar Trophy, an intra-state tournament organised by the MCA.