Cricket enthusiasts around the world were treated to an exhilarating display of power hitting as India‘s young sensation Rinku Singh lit up The Village in Dublin during the second T20 International against Ireland. Rinku’s explosive cameo of 38 runs off just 21 deliveries sent shockwaves through the Irish bowling attack and left fans in awe.
The second T20I between Ireland and India witnessed the Men in Blue lose the toss and post a competitive total of 185-5 in their allotted 20 overs after being asked to bat first in the contest. Ruturaj Gaikwad was the standout performer for the visitors and showcased his class with a well-constructed 58 runs off 43 balls. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson‘s swift 40 runs off 26 deliveries also added valuable impetus to the Indian innings.
Rinku Singh steals the show with his finishing skills
However, it was Rinku’s brilliant performance that truly stole the spotlight. Walking in at a crucial juncture, the left-handed batter wasted no time in announcing his arrival in international cricket. The Uttar Pradesh cricketer added quick 38 runs with an incredible display of power hitting, hammering two fours and three towering sixes that ignited the crowd and set the Dublin stadium ablaze. The atmosphere reached a fever pitch as fans in the stadium chanted Rinku’s name, impressed with the sheer impact of his batting prowess.
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It wasn’t just the Dublin crowd that was captivated by Rinku’s performance. Social media platforms erupted with appreciation as fans from all corners of the world showered accolades on the young cricketer. His ability to finish innings with flair and his knack for delivering under pressure earned him admiration from seasoned cricket observers and ardent supporters alike.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Small town guy, making it big. King Rinku Singh ♥️ pic.twitter.com/QXMdXfqg44
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) August 20, 2023
When Rinku Singh is batting, the pressure is on the bowlers not him. pic.twitter.com/1Z6Hyz0iCU
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) August 20, 2023
RINKU SINGH, THE FINISHER…!!!
Incredible display of batting in tough conditions, maiden innings in international cricket & he smashed 38 runs from just 21 balls.
What a knock from the future champion. pic.twitter.com/keG3Daya9N
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 20, 2023
Achi finish ki chinta kyu jab crease par barkaraar ho Rinku 🤩! 🔥#IREvIND #JioCinema #Sports18 #RinkuSingh #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/QPwvmPPPxK
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) August 20, 2023
Dublin crowd chanting 'Rinku, Rinku'.
Rinku Singh has arrived at the international level…!! pic.twitter.com/YRA4TFEEXP
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 20, 2023
He is classy
He is elegant
He is powerful
He is charming
He is aesthetically pleasingHe is none other than Lord Rinku Singh❤️ pic.twitter.com/gdbQoBSoio
— Shivani (@meme_ki_diwani) August 20, 2023
Rinku Singh might be the only Cricketer right now with zero haters ❤️ pic.twitter.com/nYBKNcazyx
— retired ICT fan (@anubhav__tweets) August 20, 2023
Worked hard.
Performed in IPL.
5 sixes in one over.
Finishing games for India.Rinku Singh is the story of every Indian who dream big and achive it. So proud of this man.❤️ pic.twitter.com/Y9sVhnP7Or
— ANSHUMAN🚩 (@AvengerReturns) August 20, 2023
HISTORY – Rinku Singh has the 2nd Best strike rate in the T20I debut innings for India in the history (180.95 SR).
Rinku Singh – The Superstar! pic.twitter.com/AuyOwEXctf
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) August 20, 2023
The viewership on Jio cinema peaked from 20 lac to 8 CR in the last over just to see Rinku Singh bat.
Lord Rinku has arrived for India. pic.twitter.com/YhtMDHDDRe— Ansh Shah (@asmemesss) August 20, 2023
The Crowd Puller RINKU Singh 💜
38(21)
1 four 3 sixes ⚡
180.95 strike rate 💜
The dream come true Moment pic.twitter.com/85M8coO8Zh— Ashish Shrivastava (@ashishayush1177) August 20, 2023
Saved 8 runs with his sharp fielding in 1st T20I
38 (21) in maiden Intl inns on a tough track in 2nd T20IMaking an impact with both his batting and fielding – Rinku Singh has arrived 🙌 pic.twitter.com/7jNOhXR6rO
— 𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐘²² 🇺🇸🇮🇳 (@Sivy_KW578) August 20, 2023
https://twitter.com/Anunay_Aanand/status/1693293179842478190
Rinku Singh 4, 6, 6, 1, 6, W in the last 6 balls.
Whole crowd was cheering "Rinku Rinku Rinku"….!!! pic.twitter.com/5wCk6icCdy
— Shubham (@shubham67673763) August 20, 2023