Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battling Stage-4 Liver Cancer During T20 World Cup

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away on February 27, 2026, at Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida after battling stage-4 liver cancer. His condition had deteriorated recently, requiring ventilator support and intensive care. Rinku left the T20 World Cup squad to be with his family but rejoined ahead of the match against Zimbabwe, though he did not play. Khanchand Singh, who worked as an LPG cylinder delivery man in Aligarh, was credited by Rinku for supporting his cricketing career despite financial hardships. Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh expressed condolences to Rinku and his family.