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Former Indian cricketer backs KKR to give captaincy to this ICC T20 World Cup-winning finisher

Former Indian cricketer backs KKR to give captaincy to this ICC T20 World Cup-winning finisher

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2 min readMar 23, 2026 07:39 PM IST Former Indian cricket Mohammad Kaif has said that the Kolkata Knight Riders should consider grooming other players for the captaincy role this season. In the 2025 auction, KKR decided to go for Mumbai’s Ajinkya Rahane, who was then handed the captaincy. Under Rahane’s stewardship, the Knight Riders finished outside of the 2025 Playoffs. Kaif has had a closer look at Rinku than most. The former India batter from Uttar Pradesh has watched Rinku play for their state’s team and feels that the 28-year-old could develop his leadership skills further based on his successful domestic game. “KKR should groom Rinku Singh as a future captain. Rinku Singh is an all-format player. Although he is not part of the Test team, he can bat well in all formats. I come from UP and I know what he does for UP. A lot of batters score runs, but his runs come in winning cause. So, that guy is ready and captains UP,” Kaif said on his latest YouTube video. ALSO …

‘I would be saying Rinku Singh at No.4…’

‘I would be saying Rinku Singh at No.4…’

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2 min readUpdated: Mar 21, 2026 07:57 PM IST Rinku Singh’s returns in the last couple of seasons have been underwhelming for the Kolkata Knight Riders after his 2023 season, where he made a name for himself as a finisher. Last season, at times, he did not get enough opportunities to bat, and when the chances came, he could not make the most of them. Former Indian cricketer R Ashwin suggested that Rinku should bat at four for Kolkata. “KKR are a little but stuck, aren’t they? They have bought Cameron Green, he will play in the top three, or will he have to play at No.4? If I was KKR, I would be saying Rinku Singh at No.4. If two wickets fall in the powerplay, then you can always push Green inside the powerplay. But post the six over mark, Rinku Singh should be given such a chance where he can play for 4-5 overs, and then take on the bowlers,” R Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. “It has to be a season …

Former Indian cricketer backs KKR to give captaincy to this ICC T20 World Cup-winning finisher

‘Couldn’t fully capitalize on the chances he got’

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2 min readUpdated: Mar 21, 2026 12:45 PM IST Rinku Singh burst onto the scene in the 2023 season, where he established himself as a designated finisher for the Kolkata Knight Riders. However, in the last couple of seasons, his form has dipped quite sharply. In fact, after a breakthrough season in which he managed to churn out 474 runs from 14 innings, his returns went down to 374 runs from 22 innings in the last couple of seasons. Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan pointed at the dip in the form of Rinku and said the southpaw could not make use of the opportunities he got. “We will have to see how much opportunity he gets to play. His 2023 season was outstanding. He scored 400-450 runs with a strike rate of 150. But after that, his performance dipped, and many times he didn’t get enough opportunities. He will have to maintain his standard and maximize the opportunities he gets. Even in the World Cup, he played five matches, but he couldn’t fully capitalize on …

Gautam Gambhir rallies behind Rinku Singh after father’s demise

Gautam Gambhir rallies behind Rinku Singh after father’s demise

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3 min readUpdated: Mar 3, 2026 10:09 PM IST Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir made a heartfelt gesture towards batter Rinku Singh during his tough days, rallying behind the young cricketer who had just lost his father while on national duty. In his pre-match speech ahead of India’s virtual quarterfinal clash against the West Indies in Kolkata on Sunday, Gambhir tried to lift Rinku’s morale by assuring him that he is not alone in these difficult times and that the whole team is standing right beside him. Gambhir said, “Rinku, it takes a lot of character to come and join the team. Remember one thing, you are not alone, the whole team is standing next to you during this hour. So stay strong,” Gambhir said in the team huddle ahead of India’s must-win clash against West Indies. Rinku’s father, Khanchand Singh, passed away last Friday after a prolonged illness. Rinku had flown home ahead of India’s T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe and went for his father’s last rites before rejoining the team …

Like Mohammed Siraj, Rinku Singh’s father left too soon, his sacrifices never witnessed the fame they helped build | Cricket News

Like Mohammed Siraj, Rinku Singh’s father left too soon, his sacrifices never witnessed the fame they helped build | Cricket News

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7 min readFeb 28, 2026 07:54 AM IST There is this heart-warming video from last year about Indian cricketer Rinku Singh moving into his 500 square-yard two-storey villa with a pool, a lift, walk-in wardrobe and front-lawn with a swing, on YouTube. It’s a touching house tour by his proud and beaming sister Neha Singh, a silver-button vlogger. It’s the day the family has moved from their two-room derelict shack in a gas-cylinder stockyard, to Aligarh’s new tony address – the gated township where homes have chandeliers hanging from high-ceilings and spacious balconies with faux-grass. Away from the din of family and friends, sits father Khanchand Singh. Back in the day, he could lug a few gas cylinders on his cycle and deliver them around the city. Now, he looks frail. Neha, in the house-warming video, can be heard asking him to have an early meal. He is too pleased for words, happy to be in the home that his son built for the family, but he doesn’t seem in the best of health. Khanchand …

Rinku Singh’s father dies; Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh among those paying tribute | Cricket News

Rinku Singh’s father dies; Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh among those paying tribute | Cricket News

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3 min readUpdated: Feb 27, 2026 02:08 PM IST India cricketer Rinku Singh’s father Khanchand Singh died on Friday after a prolonged illness, hospital officials have said according to PTI. Rinku had flown home ahead of India’s T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe. “His condition had deteriorated significantly in recent days, following which he had been admitted to the hospital on February 21. He was placed on ventilator support and breathed his last early this morning,” Dr. Sunil Kumar, spokesperson of Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where the cricketer’s father was admitted, is quoted as saying by PTI. Dr. Kumar further said that Khanchand Singh was battling advanced-stage liver cancer. Former India stars Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh were among those who said their condolences on social media. Heartbreaking news to hear of the passing of Rinku’s father. In moments like these, no words feel enough. Standing in solidarity with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find strength and courage in the love that surrounds you. ?? @rinkusingh235 — …

Rinku Singh flies home ahead of India’s T20 World Cup Super 8 clash vs Zimbabwe | Cricket News

Rinku Singh flies home ahead of India’s T20 World Cup Super 8 clash vs Zimbabwe | Cricket News

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3 min readChennaiFeb 24, 2026 08:26 PM IST India’s middle-order batsman Rinku Singh has flown home from Chennai for personal reasons, two days ahead of their Super 8 match against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup. It is understood that Rinku, who arrived in the city with the team on Monday, left for New Delhi on Tuesday morning, but is expected to rejoin the team on Wednesday. 48 hours before the must-win fixture, India had a full-fledged training session at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Apart from Rinku, the rest of the batting unit had a long and lengthy net session, with Sanju Samson in particular receiving plenty of attention from the coaching staff. As previously reported by this Masthead, including Samson for the Zimbabwe fixture has been among India’s discussions. With Abhishek Sharma struggling at the top and Ishan Kishan not offering favourable match-ups against the off-spinners, there have been discussions to break the pattern by including Samson. But such a move would see other batsmen drop a position, which could add to the chaos. …

From Instagram DMs to Kashi Wedding

From Instagram DMs to Kashi Wedding

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2 min readNew DelhiFeb 16, 2026 07:56 PM IST Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, who got engaged last year, are set to tie the knot soon. In a recent interview, Rinku and Priya opened up about their relationship. During a chat with Manyavar and Mohey, Rinku said it was love at first sight for him. When Priya was asked whether she had stalked Rinku on Instagram, she denied it, explaining that she had followed his page in the hope of seeking the cricketer’s help to promote her sister’s handle and had liked one of his posts. Rinku quickly corrected her, saying, “Not once, but twice.” Priya laughed and conceded, “Yes, twice — but he sent the first message saying ‘Hi’.” The couple then revealed that their first date took place at a mall, where Rinku Singh turned up in casual shorts while Priya Saroj wore a long dress. The cricketer arrived four hours late, prompting her to scold him. ALSO READ | Exclusive | Shah Rukh Khan says his kids …

Rinku Singh Posts Selfie With Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh, Fans React | Bollywood News

Rinku Singh Posts Selfie With Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh, Fans React | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:February 08, 2026, 17:46 IST Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, and cricketer Rinku Singh’s selfie with big smiles has gone viral, leaving fans thrilled and calling the trio “legends” on social media. Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, and cricketer Rinku Singh pose for a selfie. A picture has left social media buzzing, featuring cricketer Rinku Singh alongside superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh. This picture of Rinku, Shah Rukh, and Ranveer has left fans going crazy. On Sunday, the picture surfaced on social media, showing Rinku holding a phone as he posed for a selfie with Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh. In the picture, Rinku looked smart in a grey T-shirt as he smiled ear to ear, while Shah Rukh Khan aced his casual black T-shirt appearance, and his stylish hand accessories elevated his look. Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh slayed in a black comfy shirt with a trimmed beard and mustache, complemented by a stylish watch. As the social media page TeamShahrukhKhan shared the picture, fans started reacting online. One wrote, “Rinku Singh …

Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, Rinku Singh’s crossover picture sends fans into a frenzy: ‘Star power overload’

Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, Rinku Singh’s crossover picture sends fans into a frenzy: ‘Star power overload’

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An unexpected crossover set social media abuzz after a cheerful picture of cricketer Rinku Singh posing alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh surfaced online. The rare frame quickly grabbed eyeballs and sparked a wave of excitement among fans. The picture of Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh and Rinku Singh surfaced on social media on Sunday. Rinku poses with Shah Rukh, Ranveer The picture of the trio surfaced on social media on Sunday and was quickly picked up and widely shared by several fan pages dedicated to the actors. In the warmly-lit close selfie, Rinku, Shah Rukh and Ranveer are seen sitting closely together, leaning in with their arms around each other in a friendly pose. Shah Rukh is seen in the middle, and is seen wearing a black T-shirt and a black beanie, with light stubble and a relaxed expression. Meanwhile, Ranveer is dressed in a dark outfit, and is sporting a trimmed beard and moustache. He is seen wearing dark sunglasses and is smiling broadly for the picture. In the image, Rinku is …