Prithvi shaw gets engaged to akriti agarwal

By Vikram Nair / 09.03.2026

Prithvi Shaw gets engaged

Prithvi Shaw has officially announced his engagement to Akriti Agarwal on March 8, 2026, a moment that has captured the attention of fans and followers alike. The announcement came during the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup final, adding a celebratory note to the sporting event.

Shaw shared the news on Instagram, posting several photos from the engagement ceremony, where he was seen on one knee placing a ring on Akriti’s finger. In his post, he expressed his joy with the words, “From sixes on the field to a lifetime of hits off it. She is my perfect innings! #justengaged.”

Akriti Agarwal, a social media influencer and actress from Lucknow, boasts over 3.4 million followers on Instagram. She made her film debut in the movie Trimukha and has since gained significant popularity in the entertainment industry.

The engagement has been well-received, with the Delhi Capitals, the IPL team that Shaw was picked for at a base price of 75 lakh for the 2026 season, congratulating him on this personal milestone.

Shaw’s career has seen its share of challenges, including fitness and form issues, and he went unsold in the IPL 2025 auction. However, this engagement marks a positive turn in his life, both personally and professionally.

Shaw and Agarwal were recently spotted together at the wedding of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok, further fueling speculation about their relationship prior to the engagement announcement.

As Shaw continues to navigate his cricket career, this engagement signifies a new chapter in his life. Fans are eager to see how this personal development will influence his performance on the field.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any future plans for the couple, but the engagement has certainly generated excitement among their followers and the cricket community.