Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw has entered a new and exciting phase of her personal life after announcing her engagement to her longtime girlfriend. Akriti Agarwal. The 26-year-old shared the happy news with his fans on Sunday and it quickly caught the attention of the cricketing world. Along with the announcement, Shaw posted a series of beautiful photos from their intimate engagement ceremony, giving viewers a glimpse of the special moment as they celebrated the couple’s commitment to each other.
Prithvi Shaw shares a heartwarming engagement post
On Sunday afternoon (March 8), Shaw uploaded a set of photos from the engagement to Instagram to reveal the big news. In one of the striking pictures, the cricketer is seen capturing the emotion of the proposal as he kneels down putting the ring on Akriti’s finger. Another photo shows Akriti returning the gesture by helping Shaw put on the ring, while a few more photos show the couple smiling and proudly showing off their engagement bands.
Shaw’s title, cleverly linking his personal happiness with his love for cricket, made the moment even more special. He wrote: “From sixes on the field to hits of a lifetime. He’s my perfect shot! #justengaged.”
The post quickly went viral and garnered thousands of likes and comments within hours. Fans flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, with several members of the cricketing fraternity joining in to wish the couple well. The show’s IPL franchise, Delhi Capitals, was among those who congratulated the couple and welcomed the happy news.
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A new start for Shaw amid career challenges
The engagement announcement marks an important milestone in Shaw’s professional journey. Once regarded as one of India’s brightest young batting talents, Shaw grabbed global attention in 2018 when he scored a stunning century on his Test debut against the West Indies. His fearless batting and natural stroke play quickly made him one of the most talked about young players in international cricket.
However, the past few years have not been easy for the Mumbai-born cricketer. Shaw faced challenges with form, fitness and consistency and was eventually ruled out of the Indian national team. His last international appearance was in 2021 and since then he has been working hard to revive his career.
The challenges extended to the IPL as well. In a surprising development, Shaw was not sold during the IPL 2025 mega auction – a setback for a player who was once seen as the cornerstone of India’s future batting line-up. Fortunately for Shaw, his long-time IPL team Delhi Capitals decided to give him another chance during the IPL 2026 mini-auction and signed him for ₹75 lakh in an accelerated round.
With the new IPL season around the corner, Shaw will be eager to prove his critics wrong and remind everyone of the talent that once made him a teenage sensation. His engagement to Akriti Agarwal also marks a period of renewed happiness and emotional stability in his life.
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