This development comes after Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was originally named Maharashtra’s captain for the T20 tournament, earned a call-up to the Indian squad for the three-match ODI series against South Africa starting November 30 in Ranchi. With Gaikwad unavailable, the Maharashtra selectors now appear ready to hand over the leadership duties to Shaw.

Interestingly, while announcing the 16-member squad on Friday, the Maharashtra selection committee did not name a vice-captain—a move that now seems intentional in light of Gaikwad’s national duty.

Sources within the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) have reportedly confirmed that Shaw has been the frontrunner for the captaincy and was informed earlier to be ready for the role. Shaw, who has been working to revive his domestic career, will now have an opportunity to lead a new side and make a fresh start.

A formal announcement confirming Shaw’s captaincy is likely to be made on Monday.

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