Yuvraj Singh Names Player as His Successor in Team India 

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh lauded the stellar performances of Rinku Singh in the shortest format of the game, labelling him as the best left-handed batter in India at the moment and emphasising the similarities in their playing approaches. 

India’s T20I team has been testing left-handed talents, with Rinku Singh, Tilak Varma, and Shivam Dube occupying positions in the top six during the first T20I against Afghanistan on January 11, resulting in a six-wicket victory in Mohali.

After an exceptional IPL 2023 season, Rinku Singh continued his stellar form for Team India in international cricket. The left-handed batter amassed 278 runs in nine innings, boasting a remarkable average of 69.50 and an outstanding strike rate of 180.52. 

In a recent interview, Yuvraj Singh underscored Rinku Singh’s skill in making critical decisions during pressure situations. Yuvraj voiced his confidence in Rinku’s potential as a match-winner and a trustworthy finisher, particularly in the No. 5 or 6 positions.

Here’s what Yuvraj Singh told The Telegraph: 

“He’s probably the best left-hander in the Indian squad right now. He reminds me of myself – he knows when to attack when to rotate strike, and he’s incredibly smart under pressure.”

“He can win us matches. I don’t want to put pressure on him, but I truly believe he has the skill to do what I used to – to be the finisher who delivers at No.5 or 6.”