Rinku Singh is an Indian cricketer who is generating considerable attention at present. He represents the Uttar Pradesh domestic cricket team. Singh is a left-handed batsman and also bowls right-arm off-break. He is currently a part of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Rinku Singh made debut for India on 18th August 2023 against Ireland. He was handed debut cap by Indian captain Jasprit Bumrah.
Rinku Singh Family
Rinku Singh hails from a modest background, born into a simple family in Aligarh. His father, Khan Chandra, was employed in the gas cylinder delivery sector, while his mother, Veena Devi, took on the role of a housewife. Rinku is the third sibling among five brothers. His elder brothers are named Sonu and Mukul, and he also has two younger brothers, Sheelu and Jeetu. Additionally, he has a sister named Neha.
| Father’s Name | Khanchander Singh |
| Mother’s Name | Veena Devi |
| Brother’s | Sonu, Mukul, Shilu & Jeetu |
| Sister | Neha |
| Wife | Unmarried |
| Gf | N/A |
This family background highlights Rinku Singh’s humble beginnings and the supportive environment in which he grew up. Despite his origins, he has managed to make a name for himself in the world of cricket, showcasing his talent and determination. He represents the essence of hard work and dedication, working his way up to become a part of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL and contributing to his domestic team, Uttar Pradesh.
He disclosed that he pursued cricket against his father’s desires, going as far as declining a job as a sweeper in order to concentrate solely on his cricketing journey.
“Despite my father’s reservations about my cricketing pursuits, I persisted. He consistently emphasized the importance of focusing on studies instead. During a tournament in Aligarh, I put up an exceptional performance while playing against Delhi Public School, which was overseen by Swapnil Jain. We triumphed over their team, and I notably scored an unbeaten 68 runs. Jain was so impressed with my batting that he arranged for my admission to his school. Subsequently, I represented DPS for a few years.”
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“In 2012, DPS organized a World Cup event that brought teams from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh together. During this tournament, I managed to accumulate 354 runs and secure 8 wickets. This achievement led to me being honored as the Man of the Series and awarded a bike. My parents were present to witness this milestone, and it was a turning point. My father, who had previously opposed my cricketing ambitions to the extent of using physical discipline, stopped his opposition after this match,” Rinku Singh revealed in an interview to KKR.
“My mom once told me that your father isn’t supporting you, so why don’t you get a job. I thought of taking a job to support my family at a coaching center near us. I thought I’ll get a good job and went wearing a shirt and pant. But I was offered a sweeping job. They said you come and sweep in the morning before anyone comes, no one will get to know you do this. I didn’t like that and I told myself I’ll focus on cricket instead and I left from there. I worked hard and my hard work has paid off,” Rinku Singh revealed after hitting 5 consecutive sixes in the last over of a match in IPL 2023.