Rinku Singh: The Rising Star with a Touch of 'God's Plan'

Rinku Singh has emerged as a key player for India and Kolkata Knight Riders, delivering crucial performances in matches. His recent heroics in the third T20I against Sri Lanka have garnered praise from celebrities, highlighting his growing influence in cricket and pop culture.

Over the past year, youngster Rinku Singh has truly showcased his potential, delivering match-winning performances for team India and IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). On Tuesday, he turned hero with the ball to help India win the third T20I against Sri Lanka. During defence of 138 runs, when Sri Lanka needed to score nine runs in 12 balls, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav decided to experiment, sending Rinku, who had barely taken three T20 wickets before, to bowl some spin during the 19th over.

The move paid off as Rinku managed to dismiss Kusal Perera and Ramesh Mendis while giving away just three runs. Suryakumar came to bowl the final over and gave away just two runs and got two wickets. India won the match in Super Over after it ended in a tie. Interestingly, on Thursday, during the teaser launch of his upcoming series 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' in Mumbai, actor Varun Dhawan praised Rinku. When actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu asked Varun about one of his Instagram posts that had the caption 'God's plan' and about its significance, Varun shared that he was inspired by Rinku.

"God's plan. It is a song by Drake but it is famous because of Rinku Singh. Even I believe. Rinku bowled a fabulous 19th over," he said. Rinku Singh has made the "GOD'S PLAN BABY" phrase popular lately.

Earlier this year, when KKR lifted the IPL 2024 title and were crowned champions for the third time in the league, the team's co-owner and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan entered the stadium to celebrate with every player after the win. He met with Rinku Singh in a cool way. They both shared a warm hug and reiterated, "God's plan baby".

Undoubtedly, desi fans now instantly think of Rinku Singh when they hear someone saying 'God's plan'.

(With inputs from agencies.)