Sources: 
Rinku Singh, a prominent Indian T20I cricketer, is set to get engaged to politician Priya Saroj in Lucknow on June 8. The engagement marks a union between sports and politics, with Priya being the daughter of Tufani Saroj, a sitting MLA from the Samajwadi Party.
Priya's father, Tufani Saroj, confirmed the relationship and engagement plans, stating that both Rinku and Priya sought their parents' permission before proceeding. This public acknowledgment highlights the families' support for the alliance.
On the cricketing front, Rinku Singh had a moderate IPL 2025 season with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), scoring
206 runs at an average of 29.42 and a strike rate of 153.73. Despite this, he remains a vital player for India’s T20I squad.
In international T20 matches, Rinku has played 30 games and batted in 22 innings, accumulating
507 runs at an average of 46.09 and a strike rate of 165.14, including three half-centuries. His consistent performance underlines his importance to the national team.
The engagement ceremony in Lucknow is anticipated to attract attention from both the sports and political communities, symbolizing a blend of two influential spheres in India.
“Both Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj sought their parents' permission,” said Tufani Saroj, emphasizing the traditional values upheld by the families.
This upcoming event not only celebrates personal commitment but also reflects the growing intersections between sports personalities and political figures in India.
Sources: Rinku Singh will get engaged to politician Priya Saroj in Lucknow on June 8. Priya's father, Tufani Saroj, a Samajwadi Party MLA, confirmed both sought parental permission. Rinku, a key Indian T20I player, recently had a moderate IPL season with KKR in 2025.
