Particle.news
Download on the App Store
16 ARTICLES
·
1h ago

Rinku Singh Smashes 108* in UPT20, Strengthening His Asia Cup Push

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar said the squad prioritized an extra batter over another spinner.

Image
Image
Rinku Singh after his match-winning ton.
File image of Rinku Singh. (PTI)

Overview

  • Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 108 off 48 balls (7 fours, 8 sixes) for Meerut Mavericks at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium was his maiden T20 century.
  • Entering at 38/4 in a chase of 168 against Gaur Gorakhpur Lions, he added 130 off 65 with Sahab Yuvraj and closed out a six‑wicket win with seven balls remaining.
  • He reached three figures off 45 balls, punctuating the penultimate over with a hat‑trick of sixes off Vasu Vats.
  • The display followed his selection in India’s 15‑member T20 Asia Cup squad led by Suryakumar Yadav, with the tournament starting September 9 in the UAE.
  • Agarkar explained that selectors opted for an extra specialist batter instead of Washington Sundar, as Singh competes for a playing‑XI spot after a lean IPL 2025.