Cricketer Rinku Singh suffered a personal tragedy when his father, Khanchand Singh, died from stage-four liver cancer shortly after India's victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage. Tributes have poured in from fans and former players as Singh balances grief with his team duties. The news came just days after Singh left the squad for a family medical emergency.
Rinku Singh, an India batter, faced heartbreaking news following his team's performance in the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup. On February 26, 2026, hours after India defeated Zimbabwe by 256/4 to 184/6 in the Super 8 phase, Singh learned of his father Khanchand Singh's passing. The elder Singh had been battling stage-four liver cancer and was receiving treatment at Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where his condition deteriorated, leading to ventilator support.
Earlier, on February 24, 2026, Singh flew back home from the tournament due to a family medical emergency, as reported by The Times of India. His father had been undergoing cancer treatment for over a year. Despite the personal crisis, Singh's commitment to the team has been noted, with India still in contention to defend their World Cup title. Their next match is scheduled for March 1, 2026, against West Indies.
Former Indian bowler Harbhajan Singh shared the news on X, writing: “Pained to learn about the demise of Shri Khanchand Singh Ji, father of Rinku Singh. This must be an especially difficult time for Rinku and his family, even as he remains committed to his responsibilities during the T20 World Cup. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with him and his loved ones. May Waheguru grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and courage to the bereaved family.”
Social media tributes highlighted the family's hardships. One user recalled Khanchand Singh supplying cylinders even after his son's India debut, noting, “He worked hard till the time he could... He didn’t deserve cancer, it was his time to relax & enjoy but one can’t do anything against destiny. Om Shanti.” Others expressed condolences, praising Singh's courage in returning to the team despite the situation.
