Former India opener M Vijay shared his views on young star Prithvi Shaw not getting chances in the national team despite very good performances in the domestic cricket circuit. The youngster had made a blazing start to his India career with a Test century on debut before being pushed down the pecking order thanks to inconsistency and off-field issues.
Shaw was and certainly remains one of the most talented batters of his generation, but his last appearance in India colors was way back in July 2021 and was recently recalled in the T20I squad for the home series against New Zealand in January, but couldn’t get a game.
Murali Vijay, who recently retired from international cricket, also cannot understand the reason why Shaw isn’t representing India.
“I don’t know why he is not playing now. You should ask the team management. There are 15 superstars playing for India. If you are playing for India, you are already a superstar for me. But skill wise I really love Shubman Gill and Prithvi Shaw. They are top players. Rishabh Pant has done a great job for Indian cricket as well. I wish him a speedy recovery. Shreyas Iyer is doing well,” Vijay told Hindustan Times.
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Vijay also had words of solidarity for the out-of-form opener KL Rahul and said that he shouldn’t face scrutiny and will need some time to work on his basics.
“He knows what it is and what he needs to do to make a comeback. I think KL should be left alone and not be scrutinized the way they are doing at the moment. It happens to any cricketer. I think KL should take it easy and work on his basics and use this time to unwind himself and rejuvenate and come back strong," Vijay said.
Vijay played in 61 Tests, 17 ODIs and 9 T20Is for India and is known more for providing solidarity at the top of the order with the bat. India off-spinner R Ashwin even put Vijay at the level of greats like Sunil Gavaskar and Virender Sehwag.
“It is very kind of him (Ashwin). It has been an honor to play alongside him. He has been a great player and hopes he plays more and more Test matches. He does have the opportunity to surpass 100 (Tests). I think he will do it with most ease. And thanks Ash, love you!" Vijay said.
