A heartbreaking turn of events took place during ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026Indian cricketer Rinku Singh Lost his father, putting an eclipse on his national team campaign. As India struggles to make it to the knockout stage, this emotional shock has deeply affected both the dressing room and fans across the country.
The Indian camp was shaken by the sad news of Rinku Singh’s father’s demise.
Khanchand Singh He died on 27 February at Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where he was undergoing treatment for stage 4 liver cancer. The sad news came in the middle of India’s high-pressure World Cup journey, leaving teammates and supporters stunned.
According to hospital sources, Rinku’s father was put on ventilator support in recent days as his condition deteriorated. Doctors were also giving him continuous kidney therapy in an attempt to stabilize him. Despite 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 incident happened when Rinku was in the Indian team 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 batsman had gone home to be with him for some time. After spending time with his family, he rejoined the team in Chennai as preparations intensified for the crucial encounter.
However, after confirmation of his father’s demise, the 28-year-old player reportedly walked out of the team camp once again and moved to Aligarh to be with his grieving family. For Rinku, who often talks about her humble upbringing and the sacrifices made by her parents, the loss is extremely personal.
As the news of his father’s demise spread, fans expressed heartfelt condolences on social media platforms. Many recalled Rinku’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to representing India on the global stage. Supporters posted messages of strength and solidarity and urged her to stay strong during this difficult period.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Very sad to hear the news of Rinku Singh’s father’s demise. My heartfelt condolences to Rinku and her family in this difficult time. May Lord Shiva give them the strength to remain strong,
Om Shanti 🙏🙏– mithunmanhas5 (@mithunmanhas) 27 February 2026
Sad to know about the demise of Rinku Singh’s father Shri Khanchand Singh ji. This will be a particularly difficult time for Rinku and her family, even though she is committed to her responsibilities during the T20 World Cup.
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with them…-Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away. 💔🙏
– Condolences to his entire family. pic.twitter.com/OGz44Sekdr
– Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) 27 February 2026
A heartbreaking day because Rinku Singh’s father passed away 😭
He sacrificed a lot 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
– Dafi (@Dafi_syiemz) 27 February 2026
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh’s father has passed away. Heartfelt condolences to his family and relatives.#T20WC2026 #RinkuSingh pic.twitter.com/hbgCfdb516
– Arshi (@imArshit) 27 February 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 a heavy burden on your shoulders to carrying big dreams for your child, this is… pic.twitter.com/SLsMUeZx8H
– Mr. GK (@hinduAforce) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away.
– Condolences to his family and friends! pic.twitter.com/o0ZkaPWPCa– Shamsher Alam (@imshamseralam) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father Khanchand Singh died on Friday after a year-long battle with stage 4 cancer. The update was that Khanchand Singh, father of former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh, Indian team’s veteran player Rinku Singh Bal, has passed away.#RinkuSinghPita pic.twitter.com/UyAAE9WJNU
– Ravi Kumar (@RaviKumar218461) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father passes away after battling stage four cancer pic.twitter.com/2GLvgWtHsB
– BCCI Updates (@realbcciupdates) 27 February 2026
Sad news, Rinku Singh’s father passes away.
may his soul rest in peace.
May God give him and his family full strength.
– Praveen Kumar ji (@praveenKum44266) 27 February 2026
Cricketer Rinku Singh’s father Khanchand Singh has passed away after battling cancer.
A father’s silent sacrifice is 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) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away. 💔🙏
– Condolences to his entire family.#Rinku Lion pic.twitter.com/99OImcJc7e– Khalid Khan (@chanlid44) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father is no more after battling stage 4 cancer.
Everyone remembers this video of his father, where even after Rinku Singh made his debut for Team India, he was supplying gas cylinders.!!
Om Shanti Om, Rest in Peace, RIP 🙏 😭
– Manu. (@IMManu_18) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away. 🙏
Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/WMGpqT9ur7– Baburao (@Baburao14577361) 27 February 2026
Heartbreaking news. 💔
Rinku Singh’s father has passed away.
My deepest condolences to Rinku and her family during this incredibly difficult time. May his soul rest in peace. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/cS8jFSGBxZ– Manas Dubey (@MANASDU06413436) 27 February 2026
Rinku Singh’s father, suffering from early cancer, passed away.
Yesterday Rinku Singh was seen with the Indian cricket team, Rinku’s father used to work very hard.
In a product, Rinku Singh had told that if I don’t have money then how does I get my father treated… see more pic.twitter.com/T4yKJdMGku
– Anvi Yadav (@Anviyadavsocial) 27 February 2026
Very sad news..
God give you strength #Rinku Lion
Her father..a real man🙏
Tear out– Joker (@Shukfromlanka) 27 February 2026
The strongest finisher (Rinku Singh) is now facing his toughest innings without his father. Om peace. 💔#RinkuSingh pic.twitter.com/tVcbOXoBkQ
– Kongute Siddharth (@KSidOnCricket) 27 February 2026
Stay strong Rinku Singh 🥺
Tear out– Vivek (@vivekbatter) 27 February 2026
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