From Humble Beginnings to IPL Stardom: KKR Hero Rinku Singh's Journey To Rs 7 Crore Net Worth

Rinku Singh is an IPL hero. Domestically, Rinku Singh represents the Uttar Pradesh state team but he has played under Kolkata Knight Riders and his story is inspiring for cricket buffs and commoners alike.

From rejecting the job of a sweeper to focus on cricket to carrying LPG cylinders on bike to support his family, his rise to fame is something for the books.

Rinku Singh's Early Life

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Singh's journey mirrors the classic rags-to-riches narratives often seen in the IPL. His father supported the family by delivering LPG cylinders, while his elder brother drove an auto rickshaw.

Singh reflected on his humble beginnings, stating, "My father used to earn around Rs 6-7 thousand monthly, as did my elder brother. With a large family to support, I had no choice but to dedicate myself to cricket. I faced numerous struggles in life, but perhaps now, it's a form of repayment from a higher power."

Cut to the present, Singh's fortunes have drastically changed. His annual earnings are estimated to be around Rs 7 crore.

Rinku Singh¡¯s IPL journey and salary

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Rinku Singh, originally from Aligarh, was initially bought by the Punjab Kings for Rs 10 lakh in 2017. Despite the acquisition, he never made his debut for the team. Subsequently, in the following year, the Kolkata Knight Riders secured Singh for Rs 80 lakh. However, he still struggled to secure significant playing time, featuring in only a few matches across the 2018, 2019, and 2020 seasons.

In 2021, Singh faced a setback as he was unable to participate in the season due to an injury. However, despite this setback, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) demonstrated faith in Singh and retained him for Rs 55 lakh in the 2022 mega auction. Singh proved his worth to the franchise by delivering an impressive performance, scoring 174 runs in seven games at a strike rate of 148.

Between 2017 and 2023, Singh earned a total of Rs 4 crore and 40 lakhs from the Indian Premier League (IPL). He continued to receive the same amount for the ongoing season as well.

Rinku Singh¡¯s Net Worth

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Despite facing financial difficulties while growing up, Singh's cricket career has provided him with the means to support his family. Currently, he boasts an estimated net worth of Rs 7 crore, a figure that is anticipated to rise further following his significant breakthrough this season.