Full Name: Prithvi Pankaj Shaw Date of Birth: November 9, 1999 Birthplace: Thane, Maharashtra Teams: India National Team, Delhi Capitals (IPL), Mumbai (domestic) Prithvi Shaw’s story reads like a Bollywood script — a child prodigy rising from adversity to conquer the cricketing world. Known for his aggressive intent, sharp hand-eye coordination, and fearless strokeplay, Shaw is a natural-born hitter of the cricket ball. Though his journey has had highs and lows, his raw talent continues to shine every time he steps on the field. Born in Thane, Maharashtra, Prithvi lost his mother at a very young age. Raised solely by his father, Pankaj Shaw, who ran a small garment shop, life was anything but easy. Recognizing his son’s early love for cricket, Pankaj made sacrifices that changed the family’s destiny — even shutting down his business to focus entirely on Prithvi’s cricket. The father-son duo moved to Mumbai, where Prithvi enrolled in Rizvi Springfield School, known for producing top cricketers. The turning point came in 2013, when a 14-year-old Prithvi made headlines by scoring a 546-run marathon innings in a Harris Shield match — one of the highest scores in organized cricket. From that day on, the cricketing world knew his name. Shaw continued to rise rapidly through age-group cricket. He captained India U-19 to victory in the 2018 ICC U-19 World Cup, showcasing his sharp leadership skills and scoring crucial runs at the top of the order. His performances attracted attention from the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), who picked him in the 2018 IPL auction. He made his Test debut for India in October 2018 against West Indies and announced his arrival with a century on debut at Rajkot — becoming the youngest Indian to do so at just 18 years and 329 days. With his flowing drives and fearless strokeplay, comparisons with legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag began almost instantly. However, Shaw's journey hasn’t been without its struggles. In 2019, he faced a doping ban due to an inadvertent substance intake. Injuries and questions around fitness also affected his consistency. Despite setbacks, he bounced back with grit — especially in domestic cricket, where he continues to dominate for Mumbai. In the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2021, he smashed over 800 runs, including a double hundred, leading Mumbai to the title. In the IPL, Shaw has remained a key player for Delhi Capitals, often giving his team blazing starts. His partnership with Shikhar Dhawan and later David Warner has been central to DC’s success in powerplays. Off the field, Prithvi is known for his confidence, style, and self-belief. Though he has faced criticism, he continues to evolve — working on his technique, mindset, and fitness to reclaim a permanent spot in Team India. Still only in his early 20s, Prithvi Shaw has time on his side and talent in abundance. If nurtured with care and patience, Shaw can become one of India’s most explosive and entertaining batters in the years to come.