In a heartbreaking turn of events during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Indian cricketer Rinku Singh lost his father, casting a shadow over the national team’s campaign. As India battles for a place in the knockout stages, the emotional blow has deeply affected both the dressing room and fans across the country.
Indian camp shaken by tragic news Rinku Singh’s father demise
Khanchand Singh passed away on February 27 at Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where he had been undergoing treatment for stage 4 liver cancer. The tragic news arrived in the middle of India’s high-pressure World Cup journey, leaving teammates and supporters stunned.
According to hospital sources, Rinku’s father had been on ventilator support in recent days as his condition worsened. Doctors were also administering continuous renal therapy in an effort to stabilise him. Despite receiving intensive care and close monitoring, his health declined rapidly, and he eventually succumbed to complications arising from advanced liver cancer.
Rimku leaves team camp to be with family
The devastating development came at a time when Rinku was with the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup. Earlier this week, when his father’s condition deteriorated ahead of India’s Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe, the left-handed batter had briefly travelled home to be by his side. After spending time with his family, he rejoined the team in Chennai as preparations intensified for the crucial fixture.
However, following confirmation of his father’s demise, the 28-year-old reportedly once again departed from the team camp and travelled to Aligarh to be with his grieving family. For Rinku, who has often spoken about his humble upbringing and the sacrifices made by his parents, the loss is deeply personal.
As news of his father’s passing spread, fans across social media platforms expressed heartfelt condolences. Many recalled Rinku’s inspiring journey from modest beginnings to representing India on the global stage. Supporters posted messages of strength and solidarity, urging him to stay strong during this difficult period.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Rinku Singh’s father. My heartfelt condolences to Rinku and his family in this difficult time. May lord Shiva give him the strength to stay strong ,
Aum Shanti 🙏🙏— MithunManhas5 (@MithunManhas) February 27, 2026
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…— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father passed away. 💔 🙏
– Condolences to his whole family. pic.twitter.com/OGz44Sekdr
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 27, 2026
A heartbreaking day as Rinku Singh’s father has passed away 😭
He sacrificed so much in poverty to shape his son’s cricket career and never stopped working, even when his son became famous.Om Shanti🙏
#RinkuSingh #INDvsZIM pic.twitter.com/Mlt6ux7zJ8
— Daphi (@Dafi_syiemz) February 27, 2026
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh’s father has passed away. Heartfelt condolences to his family and kin.#T20WC2026 #RinkuSingh pic.twitter.com/hbgCfdb516
— Arshy (@imArshit) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father, who delivered gas cylinders door-to-door to support his family, played a silent but powerful role in shaping a son who would one day wear the Indian jersey. From carrying heavy loads on his shoulders to carrying big dreams for his child ,this is what a… pic.twitter.com/SLsMUeZx8H
— Mr GK (@hinduAforce) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away.
– Condolences to his family and friends! pic.twitter.com/o0ZkaPWPCa— Shamsher Alam (@imshamsheralam) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father, Khanchand Singh, died on Friday after a year-long battle with Stage 4 cancer. The update was provide former India spinner Harbhajan Singh भारतीय टीम के विस्फोटक बल्लेबाज रिंकू सिंह के पिता खानचंद सिंह का निधन हो गया है।#RinkusinghFather pic.twitter.com/UyAAE9WJNU
— Ravi Kumar (@RaviKumar218461) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father passes away after battling stage-four cancer pic.twitter.com/2GLvgWtHsB
— BCCI Updates (@realbcciupdates) February 27, 2026
Sad news , Rinku Singh father passed away.
Let his souls rest in peace.
God give him and his family all the strength
— Praveen Kumar G (@PraveenKum44266) February 27, 2026
Cricketer Rinku Singh’s father, Khanchand Singh, has passed away after battling cancer.
A father’s silent sacrifices are the foundation of every success story.
Heartfelt condolences to Rinku and his family.
Om Shanti 🙏#RinkuSingh#RinkuSinghFatherDemise @rinkusingh235 pic.twitter.com/JZlZerpx9D
— Dr Vikas kumar Modi (@vikaskumarmodi) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father passed away. 💔 🙏
– Condolences to his whole family.#रिंकू सिंह pic.twitter.com/99OImcJc7e— khalid khan (@khanlid44) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father is no more after battling stage 4 Cancer.
Everyone remember this video for his father, where he was supplying gas cylinders even after Rinku Singh made debut for team India.!!
Om Shanti Om, Rest in Peace, Rip 🙏 😭
— MANU. (@IMManu_18) February 27, 2026
Rinku Singh’s father passed away. 🙏
ॐ शांति pic.twitter.com/WMGpqT9ur7— Baburao (@Baburao14577361) February 27, 2026
Heartbreaking news. 💔
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away.
Sending my deepest condolences to Rinku and his family during this incredibly difficult time. May his soul rest in peace. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/cS8jFSGBxZ— Manas Dubey (@MANASDU06413436) February 27, 2026
लीवर कैंसर से पीड़ित Rinku Singh के पिता का देहांत हो गया।
कल रिंकू सिंह इंडियन क्रिकेट टीम के साथ दिखे थे , रिंकू के पिता बहुत मेहनत करते रहते थे
एक पॉडकास्ट में रिंकू सिंह ने इसका जिक्र करते हुए बताया था कि अगर मेरे पास पैसा नही होता तो पापा का इलाज कैसे करवाता…..See more pic.twitter.com/T4yKJdMGku
— Anvi Yadav (@Anviyadavsocial) February 27, 2026
Bahut dukhad news..
May God give strength to #Rinku Singh
His father..a real man🙏
Rip— Joker (@Shukfromlanka) February 27, 2026
The strongest finisher (Rinku Singh) now faces his toughest innings without dad. Om Shanti. 💔#RinkuSingh pic.twitter.com/tVcbOXoBkQ
— Kongutte Siddharoodh (@KSidOnCricket) February 27, 2026
Stay strong rinku singh 🥺
RIP— vivek (@vivekbatter) February 27, 2026
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