“I can perform in every format" - Rinku Singh; Says his dream is to be part of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026

Rinku Singh will be seen in action for India in Asia Cup 2025.

India and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Rinku Singh talked in detail about not wanting to get labelled only as a T20 player and wanting to play test cricket as well. He also talked about the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 and wanting to be part of the Indian squad for the ICC event.

Rinku was named in India’s Asia Cup 2025 tournament that will begin in the UAE on September 9, with India being placed in Group A with Pakistan, the UAE, and Oman. India will face UAE on September 10, Pakistan on September 14, and Oman on September 19.

Rinku Singh is currently playing in the UP T20 league, where he is leading the Meerut City team. Rinku maintained that he can contribute to the national team in all formats, even though the selection was viewed as a resounding vote of confidence from the Indian management.

“I know fans love it when I hit sixes, and I’m really grateful for that. But my Ranji Trophy average is also very good—I average over 55 there. I really enjoy playing red-ball cricket. I’ve also played two ODIs for India and did well in one of them,” Rinku told The Times of India in an interview.

During India’s post-2023 World Cup trip to South Africa, Rinku made his ODI debut. In two games, he scored fifty-five runs. With 1,997 runs in 62 games, the batsman has an outstanding record in List A cricket as well.

“It’s not like I’m only a T20 player. I believe I can perform in every format if I get the chance. I don’t like being tagged as a one-format player; I see myself as an all-format player. My dream is to play Test cricket for India, and if I get the opportunity, I’ll be ready to grab it,” Rinku added.

With 3,336 runs at an average of 54.68 in first-class cricket, his red-ball figures are just as impressive.

Dream is to be part of the World Cup squad: Rinku Singh

Rinku Singh wants to cement his place in the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, which will be played at home and in Sri Lanka. Singh wants to perform to the best of his ability in the upcoming Asia Cup and other matches to make sure he remains in contention for the T20 World Cup.

“Yes, my dream is to be part of the World Cup squad and to hold that trophy. I keep praying to God for that. If I perform well in the upcoming series, things will become clearer for the World Cup. That’s my ultimate aim—to do well for my country in the Asia Cup, and I’m confident I will deliver,” Rinku concluded.

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