Quick Facts
| Nick Name: Junior Raina | Birthplace: Aligarh, UP |
| Profession: Indian Cricketer | Hobbies: Workouts |
Here’s an introduction to Rinku Singh — who he is, where he comes from, and what makes him notable.
Personal Information
| Real Name | Rinku Khanchand Singh |
| Nick Name | Rinku, Junior Raina |
| Profession | Indian Cricketer (Left-Handed Batsman) |
Physical Statistics
| Height (approx.) | 5’5” (165 cm / 1.65 m) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Personal Life
| Date of Birth | 12 October 1997 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 28 Years |
| Birthplace | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Hometown | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| Caste | Dalit |
| Hobbies | Workouts, Playing different Games |
| Educational | 8th standard pass. |
Family & Relationships
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife/ Spouse | Priya Saroj (Politician) |
| Engagement Date | 8 June 2025 |
| Engagement Place | Lucknow |
| Parents | Father– Khanchandra Singh (LPG cylinder delivery man) Mother- Vina Devi (Homemaker) |
| Siblings | Brothers- 5 • Jeetu Singh (drives an autorickshaw) • Name not known (works in a coaching centre) Sister- Neha |
Sports Career
| Debut | International Debut ODI- 19 December 2023 v South Africa T20- 18 August 2023 v Ireland |
| Coach/Mentor | • Zeeshan • Masud-uz-Zafar Amini • Suresh Sharma • Mansoor Ahmad |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm offbreak |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Role | Middle-order batsman |
| Jersey number | • #35 (India) • #35 (IPL) |
| Domestic/ State team | Uttar Pradesh, Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings |
| National Side | India (2023–present) |
Personal Preferences
| Favorite Cricketer | Suresh Raina, Sachin Tendulkar |
| Favorite Actress | Shraddha Kapoor |
Money Factor
| Salary (IPL) | 13 Crore INR (as of 2024) |
| Assets/Properties | 500-square-yard bungalow in Golden Estate, Ozone City, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh (worth Rs. 3.5 crore) |
What You Never Knew About Rinku Singh
- Comes from a humble background; his father worked as an LPG cylinder delivery man, and the family lived in a small two-room flat in Aligarh.
- Achieved a breakthrough moment in IPL when he hit five consecutive sixes in the final over of a match to win for his team—a highlight that raised his profile significantly.
- His journey from a modest upbringing to top-level cricket is often cited as inspiring for young athletes from underprivileged backgrounds.
- He’s viewed as an example of perseverance and talent transcending socio-economic barriers.
- In the context of Indian cricket, his role as a finisher (a batter who finishes games strongly) in limited-overs formats is seen as valuable for his teams.
- He is gaining recognition not just domestically but also on the international stage, which could make him a key player for India in the coming years.
