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Rinku Singh is an Indian professional cricket player. He has represented the Indian cricket team on the international stage. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rinku plays for Kolkata Knight Riders. He is a left-handed middle-order batsman. Rinku Singh marriage is not yet confirmed. He is focused on his cricket career and delivering top-notch performance for India at the ICC Men’s T20Is 2026. In a short period of time, Rinku has risen to success through his skills, determination, and hard work. So, let’s take a look at all the details about Rinku Singh.
Rinku Singh Biography
Rinku Singh is considered one of the best finishers in modern cricket in the T20 format. Rinku Singh full name is Rinku Khanchand Singh. He represents India and plays for the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League. He is brilliant under pressure and delivers boundaries when required.
Rinku Singh started his professional career at the Ranji Trophy tournament, representing Uttar Pradesh. Following the Ranji Trophy triumph in 2018–19, scouts began to take him seriously. In 2023, Rinku got his first break in the Kolkata Knight Riders’ squad, and the rest is history. Belonging to a small city in Uttar Pradesh, coming from a modest and humble family, the story of Rinku Singh is truly inspirational.
Rinku Singh Age
Rinku Singh current age is 28 years old. He was born on 12 October 1997. Rinku Singh birthplace is Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Rinku Singh made his professional debut at the age of just 16 years old. Besides that, he made his IPL debut at 20. Moreover, he made his T20I debut at 25 years old and ODI debut at 26 years old.
Rinku Singh Height
Rinku Singh height in feet is 5 feet 5 inches. His approximate weight is between 64–66 kgs. He is known for his athletic build, ability to hit boundaries, and power shots. Rinku Singh takes his deit and fitness very seriously as he is one of the most fit players in the Indian national team.
Rinku Singh Caste
Rinku Singh belongs to the Nayi (Barber) community. In general terms, most commonly used in India, he belongs to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. Rinku has never publicly talked about his caste or his family background. Rinku Singh religion is Hinduism.
Rinku Singh Education
Rinku Singh’s family’s financial condition was not stable. He had to drop out of school in class 9. According to multiple reports, Rinku flunked in class 9. To help his family he used to work as a sweeper in his locality. In 2025, Rinku Singh was honored with the post of Basic Education Officer. He has 7 years to complete his graduation while being in this position.
Rinku Singh Jersey Number
The jersey number associated with Rinku Singh is 35. He wears the jersey number 35 for India as well as the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. Previously, he used to wear different jersey numbers during domestic cricket. But in recent years, he has made the No. 35 his own trademark jersey number. You can find Rinku Singh photo in Jersey No. 35 on his official social media account.
Rinku Singh Net Worth
Rinku Singh net worth in rupees is estimated to be approximately ₹20 crore. The main contributors to his enormous wealth is his IPL contract, BCCI central contract, and brand deals. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rinku Singh earns ₹13 crore per season while playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders. Besides that, he holds a Grade C BCCI central contract under which he earns ₹1 crore per year.
Rinku Singh match fees:
- Test – ₹6 lakh per match.
- ODI – ₹3 lakh per match.
Rinku Singh is also in partnership with MRF, CEAT, SG, JBL India, and My11Circle. His estimated earnings through brand endorsements are roughly between ₹50–60 lakh per year.
Rink Singh New House
Rinku Singh reportedly purchased a new home following his ₹13 crore retention by the Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2025 IPL auction. This luxurious new bungalow is named Venna Palace. The estimated market value of this property is approximately ₹3.5 crore. From a two-room staff quarter in Aligarh. Rinku now lives with his family in a 500 square feet three story bungalow.
Rinku Singh Car Collection
Rinku Singh is not a person to make flashy purchases. In his garage, you will find more practical and day-to-day use vehicles. Nonetheless, all his purchases, which are standing in his garage, hold a sentimental value.
Rinku’s car collection includes:
- Land Rover Defender 110 – ₹1.13–2.99 crore.
- Ford Endeavour – ₹ 35 lakh.
- Toyota Innova Crysta – ₹24–32 lakh.
- Mahindra Scorpio – ₹16–29 lakh.
Besides that, Rinku Singh also owns a classic Royal Enfield Bullet 350.
Rinku Singh Family
Rinku Singh comes from a modest and humble family located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. He has seven family members in total. Rinku Singh father name is Khanchand Singh, who used to work as an LPG gas cylinder deliveryman. Rinku Singh mother name is Bina Devi (Veena Devi), who is a homemaker. Rinku’s new house is named after his mother.
Rinku Singh also has two elder brothers. Rinku Singh brother name are Sonu and Mukul. Mukul used to work as an auto rickshaw driver to support his family financially. Rinku also has two younger brothers, Jeetu and Sheelu, who both the younger brothers work in private companies. Lastly, Rinku also has a sister, Neha, who is a social media influencer and recently completed her Master’s degree in English.
Rinku Singh Wife
Rinku Singh engagement date is 8 June 2025. Rinku Singh girlfriend Priya Saroj became his fiance in 2025. Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj are soon to get married in 2026 after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and the conclusion on the Indian Premier League (IPL). You can find Rinku Singh engagement photos on his official Instagram account.
Rinku Singh wife age is 26 years old. Priya Saroj is a Member of the Parliament (MP) of th Samajwadi Party. Besides that, she also holds a Law degree. She represents the Macchlishard constituency in the parliament. According to multiple reports, Rinku and Saroj started dating three years before their engagement. For more interesting stories and updates on cricket news, live score, IPL head-to-head stats, and other sports news, visit “Sports Yaari.”
