Goa, Nov. 5 -- Maharashtra captain Prithvi Shaw addressed reporters in Kolkata following his side's commanding 10-wicket victory over Bengal at Eden Gardens in the Ranji Trophy. Having last represented India five years ago, the 26-year-old opening batsman admitted that a national team recall is "always a thought at the back of the mind." However, Shaw emphasized that hard-earned experience has taught him to avoid overthinking the future. With two half-centuries in seven innings this domestic season-including a top score of 70 against Delhi-Shaw remains intent on staying present, adhering to his training and recovery routines, and leading Maharashtra to victory.

Speaking after Maharashtra's resounding 10-wicket triumph over hosts Bengal a...