Krishnamachari Srikkanth, former India captain and chief selector, strongly supported the inclusion of Rinku Singh in the 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup. Rinku’s left-handed power-hitting abilities caught attention during his impressive performance with the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2023, where he hit five consecutive sixes. His consistent finishing performances with aggressive batting earned him a spot in the India T20I team.
In his debut season, Rinku made a significant impact by scoring 356 runs in just 15 matches. What stood out was his ability to remain unbeaten in seven innings, showcasing both power-hitting skills and composure under pressure. With an impressive strike rate of 176.23, Rinku established himself as a dynamic asset for the Indian cricket team. Given his remarkable performance and potential to contribute significantly to the team’s success, it seems almost certain that Rinku will be included in the T20 World Cup squad.
During the live announcement of India’s T20 World Cup squad, Krishnamachari Srikkanth expressed strong support for including Rinku Singh in the 15-member squad. The former India captain and chief selector emphasized that Rinku’s left-handed power-hitting abilities were crucial for the team’s success in limited overs cricket. He highlighted that Rinku had gained attention during his impressive performance with Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2023.
Rinku had played a significant role in helping Kolkata Knight Riders win several games during IPL 2023 by hitting some big shots at crucial moments. His ability to remain unbeaten in seven innings was particularly noteworthy as it showcased both power-hitting skills and composure under pressure.
The selection committee had kept a close eye on Rinku’s progress since he made his debut for Punjab Kings in IPL 2019. They were impressed by his consistent performance with aggressive batting and decided to include him in the India T20I team.
Rinku had been one of the standout performers during India’s recent tour of New Zealand, where he scored four runs from three balls against Australia A side.
Srikkanth added that he was excited about seeing what kind of contribution Rinku would make at international level. He believed that Rinku had all the qualities required to become a successful international player and hoped that he would continue to perform well for India.
With only two weeks left before the start of T20 World Cup, there is still time for Srikkanth to convince other selectors about including Rinku in their final squad. However, given his remarkable performance so far, it seems almost certain that he will be included