Prithvi Shaw
Indian cricketer and Test opener

Born
November 9th, 1999
25 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
India
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A prominent cricketer, Shaw made his mark in international cricket as an opening batsman. He debuted for the national team in 2018 and has played in Test and limited-overs formats. Shaw gained attention for his aggressive batting style and impressive technique, particularly in the longer format of the game. He also had a successful stint in domestic cricket, leading his team to victories and breaking several records in youth cricket, including an extraordinary run of form in the Under-19 World Cup. Shaw's early achievements and performances signaled him as a talent to watch in Indian cricket.
Debut in Test cricket in 2018
Scored a century on Test debut against West Indies
Led India to victory in the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup
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