Rinku Singh Appointed as Regional Sports Officer by UP Government
Rinku Singh's New Role and Gratitude
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 26: Rinku Singh, the prominent Indian cricketer, has expressed his heartfelt thanks to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the Uttar Pradesh government for his recent appointment as a Regional Sports Officer.
In a video shared on the official X handle of the Government of UP, the talented left-handed batsman conveyed his appreciation, stating, “I am sincerely thankful to Chief Minister @myogiadityanath ji for the honor of receiving ₹3 crore and for entrusting me with the role of Regional Sports Officer.”
The 27-year-old cricketer mentioned that due to his commitments with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), he was unable to meet the Chief Minister in person but looks forward to doing so after the IPL 2026, where he will also collect his appointment letter.
Rinku gained fame for his remarkable performance against the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023, where he hit five consecutive sixes in the last over during a crucial chase for KKR. His achievements include winning gold at the Asian Games, the Asia Cup, and most recently, the T20 World Cup with the Indian team.
As a dynamic finisher, Rinku has played a pivotal role in securing victories for the Indian men's team, showcasing his ability to hit sixes under pressure.
In his T20I career, Rinku has accumulated 665 runs from 45 matches, boasting an impressive average of 39.11 and a strike rate of 155.73, along with three half-centuries. He has also participated in a few ODIs, claiming one wicket in T20Is and ODIs combined.
For the upcoming IPL 2026 season, Rinku has been appointed as the vice-captain of KKR, stepping into a leadership role alongside Ajinkya Rahane, succeeding Venkatesh Iyer, who was signed by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for ₹7 crore.
During a recent event for distributing appointment letters and rewards to international medalists, CM Yogi highlighted that Uttar Pradesh is the first state in India to prioritize athletes in government jobs. He noted, “We have issued appointment letters to over 500 athletes for various police roles. Rinku Singh has been appointed as a Regional Sports Officer due to his cricketing achievements and performance in the Asian Games.”