September 1, 2025

India’s rising cricket star, Rinku Singh, has opened up about his special connection with head coach Gautam Gambhir. These two cricket brains first teamed up at Kolkata Knight Riders during the IPL 2024, where Gambhir was the mentor as KKR lifted the title. Now, the left-handed batter is in the Asia Cup 2025 squad and riding a wave of great form in the ongoing Uttar Pradesh Premier League (UPPL). Captain of the Meerut Mavericks, Rinku has smashed 332 runs with a sizzling strike rate of 179.46, including two half-centuries. This thrilling performance is a big confidence boost after a slow IPL season where he scored only 206 runs at a strike rate of 153.73 for KKR. On his bond with Gambhir, Rinku shared with the Times of India, "GG sir (Gautam Gambhir) has always backed me and supported me a lot. When I first met him at KKR, he gave me so much confidence." He recalled a special session with Gambhir focused on pull shots. "He always backs his players, and that feels really good. He’ll come, talk to you, and inject confidence. He’s a man with a lot of knowledge." Rinku added, "I’ve enjoyed working with him—whether it’s batting, talking, or training. It’s always fun to share things with him. I’m really eager to play under his coaching again. It’s a special feeling to share the dressing room with a legend like GG sir." The team management is trusting Rinku once more as the finisher in the Asia Cup, where he will bat lower down the order. This reunion with Gambhir excites Rinku, who expects to learn much from the experienced coach. Though Rinku is part of the Asia Cup squad, he has not yet discussed the tournament with Gambhir. "Not yet. Once I go to Dubai, I’ll have a big conversation with him (laughs). Till now, we haven’t spoken about anything," he said. "I’m just very excited to meet him and learn from him. His support in my career has been immense." Rinku’s selection also strengthens his bids for a spot in the 2025 T20 World Cup. Though he was not in the main squad for India’s 2024 title win, he travelled as a reserve. With his blazing form in UPPL and the faith of coach Gambhir, Rinku Singh is ready to light up the Asia Cup stage!

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