Mumbai: Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw announced his engagement to girlfriend Akriti Agarwal on Sunday, March 8, sharing a series of romantic photographs on social media that quickly went viral and drew congratulatory messages from fans and fellow cricketers.
The 26-year-old batter revealed the news through an Instagram post that captured intimate moments from the proposal. In one of the pictures, Shaw was seen kneeling and placing an engagement ring on Akriti’s finger. Other images showed Akriti helping Shaw wear his ring, with the couple proudly displaying their engagement rings to the camera.
Captioning the post with a cricket-themed message, Shaw wrote, “From sixes on the field to a lifetime of hits off it. She’s my perfect innings!” The announcement quickly attracted thousands of reactions online, with fans celebrating the cricketer’s personal milestone.
Among those extending wishes was Shaw’s Indian Premier League franchise, Delhi Capitals, which congratulated the batter on the happy occasion.
Who is Akriti Agarwal?
Akriti Agarwal is a social media influencer and aspiring actress originally from Lucknow who later moved to Mumbai to pursue opportunities in the entertainment industry.
Over the years, she has built a significant online presence, amassing more than 30 lakh followers on Instagram through lifestyle content, fashion collaborations and travel posts. Her growing popularity on social media eventually helped her venture into acting as well.
Akriti made her film debut in the Kannada thriller Trimukha, marking her entry into the film industry. Since then, she has continued to balance social media work with acting and brand collaborations.
Her relationship with Shaw had occasionally surfaced in social media posts and public appearances, though the couple largely kept their personal life away from extensive media attention.
Couple recently spotted at star wedding
Just days before announcing their engagement, Shaw and Akriti were seen together at the wedding celebrations of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok in Mumbai.
The star-studded event was attended by several personalities from the worlds of cricket and Bollywood. Photographers captured Shaw arriving at the venue in a midnight blue sherwani, while Akriti complemented him in a coordinated designer lehenga.
The couple posed for pictures together and were seen interacting with other guests at the event, which had become one of the most talked-about social gatherings in the city.
Their public appearance at the wedding had already sparked curiosity among fans about their relationship, and the engagement announcement soon after confirmed the speculation.
Shaw’s career has faced ups and downs
While Shaw’s personal life has recently brought him joyful news, his cricket career has experienced a mix of remarkable highs and challenging phases.
The Mumbai-born batter burst onto the international stage in 2018 when he scored a century on Test debut for India national cricket team against West Indies cricket team. The innings immediately established him as one of India’s most promising young talents.
However, the years that followed have been less consistent. Questions around fitness, discipline and form have periodically affected his progress in domestic and international cricket.
In October 2024, Shaw was dropped from Mumbai cricket team’s squad for the Ranji Trophy after reports suggested irregular training attendance and concerns about his fitness levels.
These issues also influenced his standing in the Indian Premier League.
Opportunity to revive IPL career
Shaw faced a major setback when he went unsold during the main auction for Indian Premier League 2025. Many analysts pointed to inconsistent performances and off-field concerns as possible reasons behind the lack of bids.
The uncertainty continued into the IPL 2026 mini-auction, where he initially went unsold again at his base price of Rs 75 lakh.
However, his fortunes changed in the final accelerated round when the Delhi Capitals decided to bring him back into the squad, offering him another chance to revive his IPL career.
For Shaw, the upcoming IPL season will represent an opportunity to silence critics and rediscover the form that once made him one of India’s brightest cricketing prospects.
A new chapter for Shaw
With his engagement to Akriti Agarwal, Shaw has entered an important new phase in his personal life. Fans and teammates have flooded social media with messages wishing the couple happiness and success in the years ahead.
As he prepares for the upcoming cricket season, the 26-year-old batter will also be hoping that this new chapter brings renewed focus and stability — both on and off the field.