Maharashtra Celebrated a memorable victory of 144 runs Chandigarh In ranji trophyBut off the field, it was a heart-touching moment that caught the attention of the cricket world. Ruturaj GaikwadNamed Player of the Match for his impressive contributions in both innings, he decided to share the honor with teammate Prithvi ShawWhose astonishing double century became the highlight of the competition.
Maharashtra wins with Prithvi Shaw’s record innings
Opening for Maharashtra, Gaikwad laid the foundation of victory by scoring 116 runs in the first innings and made important partnerships, which helped his team post a challenging score. He scored an unbeaten 36* in the second innings, which shows his patience and leadership abilities when the match was hanging in the balance. However, the decisive blow was delivered by Shaw, who smashed a blistering 222 runs off just 141 balls – the third fastest double century in Ranji Trophy history. Shaw’s innings was laced with power-packed strokes, reflecting his natural flair and new determination after a tough layoff.
As Maharashtra finished the match, Shaw’s record-breaking innings ensured that Chandigarh never recovered from the scoreboard pressure, ultimately losing on the final day. Notably, this remarkable double century came soon after a poor spell and marked Shaw’s resurgence in India’s domestic cricket circuit.
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Shared Glory, True Spirit 🫡
Ruturaj Gaikwad shared his Player of the Match award with Prithvi Shaw, in recognition of Shaw’s sensational 222-run innings that sealed Maharashtra’s victory.
A sentiment that speaks volumes – Teamwork, respect and ultimate mutual excellence.#mca, pic.twitter.com/yMWHsW7Miq– Maharashtra Cricket Association (@MahaCricket) 28 October 2025
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s heart-touching moment while sharing Ranji Trophy award with Shaw
The post-match presentation witnessed a viral moment of sportsmanship and camaraderie. Instead of enjoying the praise alone, Gaikwad called Shaw to the podium and insisted on jointly receiving the Player of the Match award. Clip, released by Maharashtra Cricket Associationinstantly won hearts on social media, with fans and cricket pundits praising Gaikwad’s selfless acknowledgment of his teammate’s game-changing impact.
For Shaw, this innings was about more than just runs – it represented a career milestone and a personal comeback. After starting the season with a duck against Kerala, Shaw immediately put the criticism and past injuries behind him. He responded with a half-century in the next outing, before smashing a thrilling double century, his first three-figure score in almost two years. The move from Mumbai to Maharashtra this season marked a big change for the 25-year-old, who looked for a new environment to rediscover his form and confidence.
The partnership between Gaikwad and Shaw now promises to be a pillar of Maharashtra’s Ranji campaign. With the excellent performance of both the players, the team looks to be in a good position to move ahead in the tournament. Gaikwad’s gesture stands as a reminder that cricket, beyond the statistics and records, thrives on respect, teamwork and moments of genuine camaraderie.
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