Rinku Singh, an Indian batter, has broke his silence following his surprise participation in the Asia Cup 2025 squad. Rinku expressed concern about missing out after a disappointing IPL season and inconsistent performance with the national squad. However, his return to form in the UP T20 League, combined with his ability to contribute with the ball, prompted the selectors to put their trust in him.
Rinku’s inclusion in the squad prompted many issues due to his lacklustre performance during the previous year. In 13 IPL 2025 appearances for the Kolkata Knight Riders, the southpaw scored only 206 runs at a strike rate of 153.73, failing to reach a half-century. His overseas numbers were likewise below par. From January 2024 to February 2025, he scored 284 runs in 21 T20Is, averaging 31.55. The 26-year-old revealed he was concerned about being left out this time.
“I got motivated after I saw my name on the Asia Cup list. I didn’t do well last year, and I felt that it was possible I would be left out. I was afraid. But the selectors showed trust in me and selected me, and that gave me a confidence boost. The innings that I played in the UP T20 League have boosted my confidence, and I will take that confidence there,” Rinku told.
You have to perform in that role: Rinku Singh
He also spoke about his batting role, making it clear that he does not want to be restricted to just a finisher tag. The southpaw also stressed the fact that bowling is very important, and selectors look for those players who can perform multiple roles.
“I batted at No. 5 in 2023. I don’t feel good when I bat at No. 7 and No. 8. But it is the team’s need, so you have to perform in that role. I have played 33 T20I matches for the Indian team, and I have scored 3 fifties. I can bat everywhere, not just in the finisher’s role. Bowling is very important today. The selectors want you to have multiple roles in the team. If you cannot affect the game with the bat, do it with the ball,” he added.
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