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Rinku Singh's match-winning knock boosts KKR's confidence in crucial IPL victory

Kolkata Knight Riders secured their first win of the season, defeating Rajasthan Royals by four wickets at Eden Gardens. Rinku Singh played a pivotal half-century, forming a sensational 76-run partnership with Anukul Roy to chase down the target. Singh emphasized the innings was crucial for his personal confidence and highlighted his readiness to bat anywhere from number four to the lower middle order as per the team's needs. The victory provides a major morale boost as KKR looks to build momentum for the remainder of the tournament.

Key Points: Rinku Singh on KKR's first win, batting flexibility & confidence

  • Crucial 76-run partnership with Anukul Roy
  • First win of the season for KKR
  • Batting flexibility from No. 4 to lower order
  • Plan to take the game deep under pressure
  • Morale booster for team momentum
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"This innings was very important for my confidence": KKR's Rinku Singh reflects on his match-winning knock against RR

KKR's Rinku Singh reflects on his crucial 76-run stand with Anukul Roy to secure the team's first IPL win and discusses his flexible batting role.

"This was a very good innings for me and also very important for my confidence. - Rinku Singh"

Kolkata, April 19

Kolkata Knight Riders batter Rinku Singh described his innings against Rajasthan Royals as a key moment for both his form and confidence, saying it was a "very good" knock at an important stage for the team.

He emphasised his flexibility in the batting order, noting that he is comfortable batting anywhere from No. 4 to the lower middle order, depending on what the team requires.

Rinku also said the win, KKR's first of the season, was a major relief and morale booster, adding that the team would look to build on this momentum going forward.

A sensational 76-run stand between Anukul Roy and half-centurion Singh helped KKR secure their first win of the season, beating RR by four wickets at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.

With this win, KKR is at the ninth spot, with a win, five losses and a no result with three points. RR is in fourth place with four boundaries and two sixes.

After kickstarting their campaign with four successive wins, RR have now suffered two consecutive losses.

"This was a very good innings for me and also very important for my confidence. There's nothing like a fixed position for me. I can bat at number five, lower down the order, or even at number four. Wherever the team needs me, I'm ready to bat in that position. This will give us a lot of confidence because this is our first win of the season. From here, we will carry this momentum forward," Rinku Singh said after the match.

Singh reflected on his approach under pressure, saying that while certain phases of the game didn't go his way, he never lacked intent or confidence in playing his shots.

He explained that the plan was always to take the game deep, especially in a tricky situation, and that he stayed committed to finishing the match after discussions with the coach and his batting partner.

"Sometimes it happens like that when a few things don't go your way, so you feel that intensity. But it wasn't like I was hesitating or unsure about playing my shots. My mindset was to take the game till the end because I had conversations with the coach and also with my batting partner. The idea was to take it deep since the match was in a tricky situation," Rinku Singh added.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally some joy for KKR fans! Rinku played with such a calm head. His partnership with Anukul was the game-changer. The team really needs to build on this confidence now. The middle order looks more stable with him.
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Vikram M
Good win, but let's not get carried away. We are still 9th on the table. The top order needs to fire consistently. Rinku can't be the saviour every time. The bowling, especially at the death, still gives me nightmares.
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Rohit P
Rinku Singh for Team India soon? He has the temperament for finisher's role. Loved how he said he'll bat wherever the team needs. That's the spirit! 🏏
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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, that was a thrilling match to watch. Rinku's innings was class. It's great to see a young player step up like that. RR's losing streak is surprising after their strong start.
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Karthik V
The real test is consistency. One good innings is a start, but can he do it again next match? The team needs to back him and give him a stable position, maybe at 5. Too much shuffling isn't good for any batter's rhythm.

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