Rinku Singh’s limited opportunities in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 have raised concerns among cricket experts, who believe he deserves a place in India’s T20 World Cup squad despite his lack of game time.
Former India batsman Sanjay Manjrekar has expressed his support for Rinku, stating that his exceptional finishing skills and consistency make him a valuable asset to the team. Despite playing only five innings this season, Rinku has scored 83 runs at a strike rate of 162.75, showcasing his ability to accelerate the innings in the latter stages.
Manjrekar emphasized that Rinku’s limited opportunities should not overshadow his talent. “He’s a straight walk-in into the Indian team,” Manjrekar said. “Every time he has got the opportunity, you’ve seen how good he can be, in the sense of his consistency and the range that he has.”
Rinku’s impressive performances in the IPL earned him an India call-up for the white-ball series in Ireland last year, where he made his international debut in a T20. Since then, he has featured in 15 T20Is and scored 356 runs, including two fifties, at a strike rate of 176.25. He has also played two ODIs.
Despite his limited opportunities in the IPL this season, Rinku’s ability to finish innings and his impressive international record make him a strong contender for a place in India’s T20 World Cup squad. With his exceptional skills and experience, Rinku could prove to be a valuable asset to the team in the upcoming global tournament.
