“He’s a class act”: Jacques Kallis feels Rinku Singh is the ideal No.6 for Team India in T20I.

Renowned cricketer Jacques Kallis asserts that Rinku Singh is the optimal choice for the number six batting position for India in the upcoming T20 World Cup, commencing in June 2024. With an impressive strike rate of 187.50, the Aligarh-native has left a significant mark in his brief international career, prompting Kallis to endorse him as the ideal finisher for the prestigious tournament.

Having successfully played the finisher’s role for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL 2023, Rinku Singh earned his debut call-up against Ireland, showcasing his ability to score quick runs for the national team. Kallis highlights that Rinku’s mature approach and adept cricketing shots distinguish him, emphasizing his potential to secure a lasting spot in the T20 format.

Kallis said “He’s a class act. You know, as we’ve seen over the last few months, what he’s done for India. Finishing games. It’s not just silly cricket. It’s a real good cricketing shots when it needs to be. He can attack when he needs to do that towards the back end of an innings.”

“So you know the ideal batter to be batting at number six. Along with the rest, the team, that’s a formidable finishing to an innings. In case one doesn’t come off, you know, you’ve got a few others that can step up and do it. So for me, Rinku should be the number six and given a proper opportunity.”