T20 Specialist Rinku Singh Smashes a Century in Classic Test Style, Dominates Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy

India’s explosive T20 batter Rinku Singh showcased his red-ball prowess in the Ranji Trophy, hammering a remarkable century against Tamil Nadu. Known for his finishing skills in the shortest format, Rinku displayed exceptional patience and technique—very much in Test-match style—to bring up his second century of the season.

A Gritty, Classy Knock

Rinku reached his hundred off 157 balls, showing admirable temperament. At the time of writing, he remained unbeaten on 161 runs off 229 deliveries, with 16 fours and 5 sixes. This innings marks his 9th first-class century.

Rinku Singh’s First-Class Record

Before this match, Rinku had played 51 first-class games, scoring 3501 runs at an impressive average of 57.39. He has also registered 22 half-centuries, solidifying his reputation as a complete batter capable of excelling in red-ball cricket as well.

At 28, Rinku Singh is proving that he is not just a T20 specialist but a dependable performer across formats—especially in the longer version of the game.