Cricket
Prithvi Shaw has been picked by Delhi Capitals again, but a place in the IPL 2026 playing XI is not guaranteed
Despite being bought at his base price, the big question remains whether Shaw will start or begin the season on the bench
DC have several opening options alongside KL Rahul, with Prithvi Shaw competing against Ben Duckett, Pathum Nissanka and Abishek Porel for a spot at the top of the order
Strong domestic form and his ability to provide quick powerplay starts could tilt the decision in Shaw’s favour
Fitness, discipline, and competition from overseas openers could push Shaw out of the first-choice XI
Shaw’s place in the XI will depend on how he performs in training and whether DC prefer experience or flexibility at the top