Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw has stepped into a new and exciting phase of his personal life after announcing his engagement to longtime girlfriend Akriti Agarwal. The 26-year-old opener shared the joyful news with fans on Sunday through a heartfelt social media post that quickly caught the attention of the cricketing world. Along with the announcement, Shaw posted a series of beautiful pictures from their intimate engagement ceremony, giving followers a glimpse into the special moment as the couple celebrated their commitment to each other.
Prithvi Shaw shares heartwarming engagement post
On Sunday afternoon (March 8), Shaw took to Instagram to reveal the big news, uploading a collection of photos from the engagement ceremony. One of the standout pictures shows the cricketer kneeling down as he gently places the ring on Akriti’s finger, capturing the emotion of the proposal. Another photograph shows Akriti returning the gesture by helping Shaw wear his ring, while a few more images feature the couple smiling and proudly showing off their engagement bands.
The moment was made even more special by Shaw’s caption, which cleverly tied his love for cricket with his personal happiness. He wrote: “From sixes on the field to a lifetime of hits off it. She’s is my perfect innings! #justengaged.”
The post quickly went viral, drawing thousands of likes and comments within hours. Fans flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages, while several members of the cricketing fraternity also joined in to wish the couple well. Shaw’s IPL franchise, Delhi Capitals, was among those who congratulated the couple and welcomed the happy news.
A fresh start for Shaw amid career challenges
The engagement announcement arrives at an important stage in Shaw’s professional journey. Once regarded as one of India’s brightest young batting talents, Shaw grabbed global attention when he scored a stunning century on his Test debut against the West Indies in 2018. His fearless batting and natural strokeplay quickly made him one of the most talked-about young players in international cricket.
However, the past few years have not been as smooth for the Mumbai-born cricketer. Shaw has faced challenges related to form, fitness, and consistency, which eventually saw him fall out of contention for the Indian national team. His last international appearance came in 2021, and since then he has been working hard to revive his career.
The difficulties also extended to the IPL. In a surprising development, Shaw went unsold during the IPL 2025 mega auction – a setback for a player who was once seen as a cornerstone of India’s future batting lineup. Fortunately for Shaw, his long-time IPL team Delhi Capitals decided to give him another opportunity during the IPL 2026 mini-auction, signing him for ₹75 lakh in the accelerated round.
With the new IPL season approaching, 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.
