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Rinku Singh's Father Passes Away; Player Sits Out Crucial Match
1 Mar
Summary
- Rinku Singh's father passed away after a battle with liver cancer.
- Rinku Singh is not expected to play in the Super 8 match against the West Indies.
- The winner of the India vs. West Indies match will advance to the semifinals.
In a somber development, Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is set to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match against the West Indies. His father, Khanchand Singh, recently passed away after a lengthy struggle with liver cancer. Singh joined the team in Kolkata late on Saturday evening but is not expected to feature in Sunday's pivotal game.
The T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash is critical for both India and the West Indies, as the victor will advance to the semifinals to face England. India enters the match with confidence following a win against Zimbabwe, while the West Indies faced a significant defeat against South Africa.
West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer is nearing a record for the highest score by a West Indies player in a single T20 World Cup edition. His performance, along with his team's past success at the Eden Gardens, adds another layer of intrigue to the match. The West Indies coach has indicated that the team is ready for the challenge, with the final lineup to be revealed at the toss.
