Rinku Singh Hostel: KKR Star Gives Back To Cricket Community by Constructing Sports Hostel For Underprivileged Cricketers
Rinku Singh Hostel: Kolkata Knight Riders’ new found hero, Rinku Singh has been making waves in this year’s IPL tournament. He became the talk of the town after his impressive performance against Gujarat Titans last week, and he continues to shine in the current season.
Rinku’s family background is well-known among cricket fans – his father used to deliver LPG cylinders, and Rinku grew up with a lack of money. However, his passion for cricket and his determination to succeed have led him to where he is today.
Rinku Singh Hostel: KKR star uses IPL earning to build hostel for underprivileged kids in Aligarh
Rinku Singh grew up in poverty. Now, according to a report by the New Indian Express, is all set to construct a sports hostel for underprivileged cricketers at Aligarh, the place where he grew up in Uttar Pradesh. He has spent Rs 50 lakh on the project, and this dream of the left-handed batter will be realized when construction is complete next month.
“He always wanted to build a hostel for young players, who do not have financial resources to pursue their dreams. As he is financially sound now, he has decided to make it a reality,” Masooduz-Zafar Amini, Rinku’s childhood coach told The New Indian Express.
“The work started around three months ago with Rinku watching the progress from close quarters before heading to join his team. The hostel will have 14 rooms and each one can accommodate four trainees. A shed and a pavilion are also being constructed. Separate toilets are also being constructed. These trainees can have food at the canteen being run at the place. It will cost around `50 lakh and the whole expenditure is being borne by Rinku,” he added.
Prior to his rise to fame, Rinku was from humble origins. Having made his Ranji Trophy debut back in 2016 he was picked by ISL side Kings XI Punjab. But in 2018, he was bought by the Kolkata outfits have for a price of 80 lakhs and has been a part of the KKR family since then.
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