Rinku Singh's Heroics Lead KKR to Victory Over LSG in IPL 2026
"Unhone khela hi father-in-law ke liye" - Fiancée Priya Saroj reacts to Rinku Singh's heroics in LSG vs KKR IPL 2026 match [Watch]
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a Super Over finish on April 26. Rinku Singh's impressive unbeaten 83 off 51 balls was dedicated to his late father, earning praise from his fiancée, Priya Saroj, and KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane.
- 01Rinku Singh scored an unbeaten 83 runs, leading KKR to a Super Over victory against LSG.
- 02His performance was dedicated to his late father, Khanchandra Singh.
- 03KKR secured their second win of the season, currently sitting eighth in the IPL 2026 standings.
- 04KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane praised Rinku's innings as a game-changer.
- 05Sunil Narine excelled in the Super Over, conceding just one run and taking two wickets.
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) triumphed over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a nail-biting Super Over finish during their IPL 2026 match on April 26. Rinku Singh played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 83 runs off 51 balls, which included four consecutive sixes in the final over. His performance was emotionally dedicated to his late father, Khanchandra Singh, who passed away in February after battling cancer. Rinku's fiancée, Priya Saroj, expressed her joy, stating, "He played for my father-in-law. I am missing him a lot today, and this is for him." KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane acknowledged Rinku's contribution as a significant turning point in the match. The victory marked KKR's second win of the season, placing them eighth in the standings with five points from eight matches. Sunil Narine's exceptional bowling in the Super Over, where he took two wickets while conceding just one run, helped secure the win, with KKR chasing down the two-run target on the first ball.
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This victory boosts KKR's morale and standing in the IPL, potentially attracting more fans and support.
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