Prithvi Shaw seeks comeback as personal challenges surface
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 1:21 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Prithvi Shaw remains at a critical juncture in his cricket career, now relying on domestic leagues and IPL opportunities for a return to India's national team. Once heralded as a future star after scoring a century on his Test debut at 18, Shaw's career has faced setbacks due to injuries and inconsistent performances. Compounding his challenges, he recently ended his engagement with Akriti Agarwal, which has drawn public attention. As he prepares for the upcoming domestic season, Shaw's focus is on revitalizing his performance in order to attract selectors' interest once more.
- •Shaw scored a century on his Test debut in 2018.
- •He last played for India in 2021, with no recent international appearances.
- •Shaw moved to Maharashtra for the 2025-26 domestic season.
- •His engagement with Akriti Agarwal has been called off, citing differing goals.
- •His IPL performances have been inconsistent, impacting his selection chances.
- 1:21 PMYahoo Sports — At 18, he hit a century on Test debut and was hailed as the next Sachin Tendulkar; 9 years later, Prithvi Shaw is still fighting for a comeback amid an engagement split
"Prithvi Shaw, a cricket prodigy, is at a crossroads in his career. After leading India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup and scoring a remarkable Test century on his debut, expectations soared. Now, with domestic leagues and the IPL as his only route back to the national team, personal turmoil looms large, particularly due to a recent engagement's cancellation.
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