Prithvi Shaw‘s renaissance in domestic cricket reached a spectacular peak when he posted a breathtaking double century Maharashtra in return for Chandigarh in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26.
Prithvi Shaw produces a scintillating double century for Maharashtra
The 25-year-old opener, known for his explosive strokeplay, achieved the milestone in just 141 balls, making it the third-fastest First Class double hundred ever by an Indian. Only Tanmay Agarwal (119 balls vs. Arunachal Pradesh, 2024) and Ravi Shastri (123 balls vs Baroda, 1985) have reached the milestone faster. This innings was not just a show of brutal aggression, it was a statement of intent from a player who has struggled with criticism, injuries and inconsistent form over the past two years.
Playing only his second game for Maharashtra after moving from Mumbai earlier this season, Shaw announced himself in a big way. His double hundred, made with a perfect blend of daring and precision, included a series of boundaries that left Chandigarh’s bowlers clueless. After scoring just eight in the first innings, Shaw’s turnaround in the second showed remarkable mental toughness and hunger to dominate again.
A fierce return to form by Shaw in Ranji Trophy 2025
Once touted as India’s next batting sensation, Shaw’s journey has been turbulent, marred by dips in form, fitness issues and a decline in the national account. But this innings, aggressive yet composed, bore shades of the child prodigy who once tore bowling attacks apart at will. Every shot he played was a reminder of his extraordinary talent: fluid drives through the covers, disdainful pulls over midwicket and effortless cuts behind point.
The right-hander reached his hundred in just 72 balls before blasting past 200, marking his 14th first-class century and his first for Maharashtra. For Shaw, this knock was more than just numbers; it was a message that he is ready to return to the spotlight. The innings also ended his twenty-month drought of scores above 100, reigniting talk of his return to higher honours. His decision to seek a no-objection certificate from Mumbai to join Maharashtra is now proving to be a masterstroke. With renewed confidence and focus, Shaw looks determined to rebuild his red-ball legacy and remind the selectors of his match-winning potential.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad lays the perfect platform for Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy against Chandigarh
As Shaw’s fireworks stole the headlines, the foundations of Maharashtra’s dominance became visible Loture Gaikwad’It’s an elegant 116 in the first innings. The Chennai Super Kings The skipper again showed his textbook technique and temperament and anchored the team after early setbacks. Next to Saurabh Nawale (66), Gaikwad formed a vital partnership of 152 runs for the fifth wicket that steadied Maharashtra’s innings after quick dismissals from Shaw (8) and Siddesh Veer (7).
The throne of Kulkarni (50 off 55) provided a solid start for Chandigarh’s left-arm spinner Raman Bishnoi caused a mini collapse with a couple of sharp wickets. Yet Gaikwad’s poise under pressure saw Maharashtra score 313 runs to take a 104-run lead, setting the tone for Shaw’s carnage in the second innings. Together, Gaikwad’s composure and Shaw’s fury showed Maharashtra’s perfect balance, with one batsman anchoring and the other destroying.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Off just 141 balls, Prithvi Shaw hit a double hundred in the Ranji Trophy 🤯 It’s time for Prithvi to resume his cricket career after making a major statement at the Ranji Trophy.
Brother, change your attitude a little and you will become Sachin Shewagh…— Nainesh (@Dear_Ninesh) October 27, 2025
Prithvi Shaw reaches Double Hundred off just 141 balls in Ranji Trophy. 🤯🔥
This outstanding performance is a testament to Prithvi Shaw’s remarkable skill and determination.
inspiring a better future for Indian cricket! #PrithviShaw #RanjiTrophy2025 pic.twitter.com/MataCAkVLr
— Jitendra Kumar (@jitendra60203698) October 27, 2025
Prithvi Shaw🔥🔥🔥#CHvMH #200*
— Aditya Vaidya (@adityavaidya99) October 27, 2025
Remember the name – Prithvi Shaw 🔥
Prithvi Shaw hit DOUBLE HUNDRED 2⃣0⃣0⃣
200 runs in 141 balls (28×4, 3×6) pic.twitter.com/ViO3kup2xv— AkCricTalks🎤🇮🇳 (@AKCricTalks) October 27, 2025
DOUBLE HUNDRED PRITHVI SHAW IN 141 BALLS IN RANJI 🔥 pic.twitter.com/8y0G19DFsA
— VIKAS (@Vikas662005) October 27, 2025
Double hundred for Prithvi Shaw from just 141 balls in the Ranji Trophy. 🤯🔥
That’s a big statement from Prithvi Shaw! 💪#PrithviShaw #RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/d6f00XrDFb
— Sabir Zafar (@Sabir_Saabu01) October 27, 2025
DOUBLE HUNDRED FOR PRITHVI SHAW 💛
– in the ongoing Ranji Trophy against Chandigarh, he scored 200 in just 143 balls https://t.co/YU5CpGLR3U pic.twitter.com/34KcmXHSok— Prakash (@definitelynot05) October 27, 2025
Prithvi Shaw hit double hundred in Ranji Trophy match against Chandigarh 🔥🔥#PrithviShaw #RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/tfX8VD4KF2
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 27, 2025
Prithvi Shaw hits double ton for Maharashtra vs Chandigarh im Chandigarh.. hits 207 #ranjitrofie2025
— Gaurav Gupta (@toi_gauravG) October 27, 2025
Double 💯 for Prithvi Shaw in his second match for Maharashtra
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Keep scoring Prithvi keep scoring high 👏👏👏💪💪🤞🤞 #CDGvsMAH #RanjiTrophy— Abhijeet Andansare (@ImAbhijeet17) October 27, 2025
Prithvi Shaw smashes the second fastest double century in Ranji Trophy history (141 balls) for Maharashtra! 🧢
What a statement from the fallen batsman. The only faster is Ravi Shastri (123 balls in ‘1985)#RanjiTrophy2025 #PrithviShaw pic.twitter.com/7GaqR4Y5D5
— Border Bro (@BoundaryBro) October 27, 2025
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