“By 23, Prithvi Shaw Earned Rs 30-40 Crore…”: Ex-Coach Warns Star, Citing Vinod Kambli’s Downfall

Former Delhi Capitals assistant coach Pravin Amre speculated that early fame and wealth might have derailed Prithvi Shaw’s promising cricketing career. Shaw, once a rising star, recently went unsold in the IPL 2025 mega auction after being released by Delhi Capitals, failing to attract any bids at his base price of INR 75 lakh. He was also dropped from Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad, signaling a decline in form and focus.”By 23, Prithvi Shaw Earned Rs 30-40 Crore…”: Ex-Coach Warns Star, Citing Vinod Kambli’s Downfall.

Amre, who played a crucial role in bringing Shaw to DC, pointed out that by the age of 23, Shaw had earned approximately Rs 30-40 crore, an amount that might have diverted his attention from cricket. “Even an IIM graduate doesn’t make that kind of money so early. With such wealth at a young age, it’s easy to lose focus,” Amre explained. He emphasized the importance of managing money wisely, surrounding oneself with good influences, and prioritizing cricket over distractions.

To caution Shaw, Amre had previously drawn parallels with Vinod Kambli’s career, a cricketer who emerged alongside Sachin Tendulkar but faded out early due to indiscipline. “I gave him Kambli’s example three years ago, but it didn’t work. It’s disappointing to see a talent like Shaw moving backward,” Amre told The Times of India.”By 23, Prithvi Shaw Earned Rs 30-40 Crore…”: Ex-Coach Warns Star, Citing Vinod Kambli’s Downfall.

Amre lamented Shaw’s inability to capitalize on his talent despite guidance from legendary figures such as Ricky Ponting, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, and even Sachin Tendulkar. “Talent alone isn’t enough; you need discipline, determination, and dedication to succeed. Unfortunately, Shaw lacked the hunger to bounce back and do well,” Amre added.”By 23, Prithvi Shaw Earned Rs 30-40 Crore…”: Ex-Coach Warns Star, Citing Vinod Kambli’s Downfall.

Despite his recent struggles, Shaw has demonstrated flashes of brilliance. Before leaving for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he scored a century in a practice match at the Cricket Club of India. Amre remarked, “Even today, Shaw has the ability to score a 30-ball fifty in the IPL, but perhaps he couldn’t handle the glamour and money that come with it. His story should serve as a case study in Indian cricket to prevent similar situations with other players.”

Amre’s concerns underline the challenges young cricketers face in managing the pressures of fame and financial success, highlighting the need for guidance and discipline to sustain a long and impactful career.