India’s dynamic middle-order batsman Rinku Singh has expressed his interest in joining the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. As the anticipation builds for the IPL 2025 mega auction, Rinku Singh, who currently plays for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), has made it clear that he would love to be a part of the RCB setup, primarily due to his admiration for Virat Kohli.
“RCB, because Virat Kohli is there” – Rinku Singh
Although the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet to disclose the retention rules for the mega auction, Rinku is keeping his options open in case KKR decides not to retain him. In a recent interview with Sports Tak, when asked which franchise he would like to join for the 18th IPL season, Rinku didn’t hesitate to name RCB, citing Kohli as the key reason.
“RCB, because Virat Kohli is there,” Rinku said, underscoring his respect and fondness for the former Indian captain. The camaraderie between Rinku and Kohli has been evident on and off the field, making Rinku’s desire to play under Kohli’s influence a natural choice.
Rinku also touched on the evolution of India’s T20 team after the retirement of Rohit Sharma, praising new captain Suryakumar Yadav for his composed leadership. “He is a very good captain. I have played under Rohit Bhai. He is very calm and doesn’t talk much. He is a very good captain,” Rinku remarked.
The left-handed batsman, who shot to fame with his remarkable feat of hitting five consecutive sixes in an IPL 2023 match against Gujarat Titans, also addressed his recent exclusion from the Duleep Trophy squad. Admitting that his performance in the Ranji Trophy was subpar, Rinku said, “I didn’t do well. I actually didn’t play as many Ranji Trophy matches too, I played only 2-3 matches and didn’t perform well. That is why I wasn’t selected. I hope in the upcoming games, I will be selected.”
As Rinku Singh looks to bounce back and make his mark, his potential move to RCB could add a new dimension to the franchise’s lineup, especially with his explosive batting prowess. The Duleep Trophy, featuring top Indian players like KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill, is set to kick off soon, and Rinku hopes to earn his spot back in future selections.
