Former India batsman Gautam Gambhir was impressed by new-age Indian sensation, Rinku Singh. Gambhir will work in close quarters with Singh in the upcoming IPL 2024.
The southpaw was retained by KKR, a team that will be mentored by Gambhir from the upcoming IPL.
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Rinku's future mentor is already impressed with him, it seems as he heaped praise on the youngster.
The 25-year-old is currently touring with the Indian T20I Squad in South Africa. He made his India debut in the T20I series against Ireland earlier this year.
The KKR-batter stamped his authority over the minnows. And now, he has continued his form against the mighty Proteas. Singh recently scored a 39-ball 68 in a losing cause in the second T20I against South Africa.
What did Gautam Gambhir say about Rinku Singh?
Speaking to Star Sports, the former India star said,
Rinku Singh hasn't got anything easily - when he does well, it's not just him but the entire country becomes happy. He deserves all the success he gets.
What is Rinku Singh's record for India?
Rinku has played 11 T20Is for India. The KKR batter has scored close to 250 international runs in just seven appearances on the pitch. He made his India debut against Ireland in August 2023 at The Village Stadium. Ever since, the 25-year-old has been a mainstay of the Indian T20I setup. Many have also claimed that India has found its next finisher in the 20-over format.
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | High Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 7 | 248 | 82.67 | 183.7 | 1 | 68* |
What next for the Indian cricket team?
After going 1-0 down in the three-match series, Team India will face South Africa in the third and final T20I. The match will be played at the New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Thursday, December 14.
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