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Akriti Agarwal cryptic Instagram posts spark Shaw rumors

Published 6 July 2026

Speculation about the relationship status of Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw and his fiancée, social media influencer Akriti Agarwal, has intensified following a series of cryptic posts from Agarwal on Instagram. The posts, which surfaced in early July 2026, have prompted widespread online discussion, though neither party has publicly addressed the rumors.

The speculation began when screenshots of an alleged Instagram Story from Agarwal’s account circulated online. The post, which has since been removed, read, “I got cheated so many times, yet I never said a word. Still can’t believe that after taking one step ahead.” A subsequent post stated, “Everything is true, every rumour is true. What you see on social media about him.” While the messages did not name Shaw, many fans quickly linked them to the cricketer, given the couple’s public engagement announced in March 2026.

Agarwal later posted another message that simply read, “Misunderstood by many!” further fueling the online conversation. Despite the viral speculation, there has been no official confirmation that the posts were directed at Shaw. Both individuals continue to follow each other on Instagram, and neither has deleted...

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