New Delhi buzzes with cricket excitement after Rinku Singh’s explosive performance in the first T20 against New Zealand. The young Indian batter, often hailed as one of the finest finishers in modern cricket, silenced doubters with a blistering unbeaten 44 off 20 balls. Simon Doull, the former New Zealand cricketer turned celebrated commentator, couldn’t hold back his admiration.
Speaking on JioHotstar, Doull declared Rinku among the world’s elite finishers. ‘He’s one of the best in the business, but hasn’t got enough T20 games under his belt,’ Doull noted. Despite his compact frame, Rinku’s power-hitting leaves bowlers rattled, especially in the death overs where he thrives under pressure.
Doull went further, lamenting that Rinku should have already played 100 T20Is for India by now. Batting at No. 7 in Nagpur, Rinku smashed three sixes and four fours, propelling India to a mammoth 238 and securing a 48-run victory. This knock wasn’t a fluke; it’s a reminder of his proven track record.
Across 36 T20Is and 26 innings, Rinku boasts 594 runs at a staggering strike rate of 165, including three half-centuries. His ability to rescue chases from the lower order has been India’s secret weapon time and again. With the 2026 T20 World Cup on the horizon, Rinku’s resurgence strengthens India’s campaign immensely.
Cricket pundits agree: consistent opportunities could elevate Rinku to global stardom. As India eyes dominance in white-ball cricket, finishers like him are gold. Doull’s endorsement underscores the urgency for selectors to trust this talent more regularly.