Prithvi Shaw last played in the Indian Premier League in 2024. During that season, he scored 198 runs at an average of 24.75 in eight matches for the Delhi Capitals. Consequently, the Delhi franchise released him before the 2025 season. In his IPL career, he has amassed 1892 runs in 79 matches at an average of 23.95, including 14 half-centuries, with a best score of 99. Kolkata Knight Riders had a disappointing performance in the 2025 Indian Premier League, failing to secure a playoff spot. They managed only five wins in 14 matches. They require an opener in the 2026 season due to the top-order’s underperformance in the 2025 season. Captain Ajinkya Rahane scored 390 runs at an average of 35.45, while Quinton de Kock scored only 152 runs at an average of 21.71. Kolkata will need an aggressive opening batsman in the 2026 season and may bid for Prithvi Shaw.
