Prithvi Shaw experienced a rollercoaster of emotions during the IPL 2026 auction, with the young Indian batter making headlines for an unexpected social media moment.
After he went unsold twice at his base price of ₹75 lakh, Shaw took to Instagram and posted a simple yet emotional story reading “It’s ok” with a heartbreak emoji
However, everything changed quickly. In a late twist, the Delhi Capitals revived Shaw’s name and picked him up at his base price.
Within minutes of the bid, Shaw deleted his earlier Instagram story and shared a new post, stating, “Back to my family” with a heart emoji.
Shaw’s comeback to the Delhi Capitals is significant, as he previously represented the franchise from 2018 to 2024. Despite recent struggles and limited international appearances, his talent remains unquestioned. On the other hand, bringing Shaw back could prove to be a low-risk, high-reward move for the Capitals in the IPL 2026.