Rinku smashes 68 runs against South Africa : A Knock to remember?

Summary: Rinku Singh's 68 runs of 39 bowls against South Africa was full of courage and composure as it was the performance of a big-time player.

The rise of Rinku Singh continues, adding more layers and shades along the way. From a classic penniless-to-millionaires story, and the mastermind behind one of the most exciting highlights in the Indian Premier League, to an authentic T20 player who enjoys the complex challenge of batting at number five in the shortest format.He has evolved into a hitter. He plays matches and wins big matches, so let him progress until he becomes invincible in Eleven.

Tuesday was the toughest test of his career so far. The team lost wickets at times (India at 55/3), dark clouds hung in the sky, the seamers bought bouncers and moved laterally at times, and the spinners placated turns. Apparently 10 games of experience wasn't enough.

However, Rinku proved himself to be solid as he overcame the early stages of his struggles to record the highest ever T20I score in his blossoming international career. He showed not only great power, but also courage and calmness. These virtues are equally important for a long and successful international career in terms of technique and skill. Along with skipper Suryakumar Yadav's 36-ball 56, the unbeaten 68 of 39 outpaced India's 180 for 7 in 19.3 overs.

What was most impressive was his nonchalance, which was evident from the first ball when he grounded out four-run of speedster Gerald Coetzee. A brief period of hesitation followed, during which the left-handed pitcher appeared nervous and nervous.

The captain rushes in to give him some advice, and Rinku calms down. He then stole a single and watched Surya gallop away with some audacity. He was in awe as Surya mocked the field settings and bowling plans.

However, Rinku was careful not to get carried away or do anything that would remind him of Surya. Instead, the next four were extra base hits. His front legs extended to create a base for powerful strikes, his knees bent to maintain balance, and his crisp strong bat swings providing power and timing were typical of Rinku. The fact that Marco Jansen's left arm was tilted toward him was also an advantage in that he didn't have to reach for the ball. According to Yash Dayal, this was one of his percentage knocks and I still remember that game were he was amazing by hitting five consecutive sixes in the final over of an IPL game.