Punjab Newsline | National
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is expected to be appointed as a Regional Sports Officer (RSO) by the Uttar Pradesh government, according to reports.
This move is seen as a reward for his excellent performance and dedication, especially during India’s victory in the 2026 T20 World Cup led by Suryakumar Yadav.
Rinku faced a very difficult time during the tournament, as his father was seriously ill and later passed away. He had to travel frequently between the team and Greater Noida, here his father was being treated for late-stage cancer.
The salary of Rinku as a Regional Sports Officer (RSO) may be between Rs 70,000 and Rs 80,000.Rinku became a star overnight after he smashed Yash Dayal of the Gujarat Titans for five successive sixes in the final over during IPL 2023 to help KKR seal a thrilling win.Since then, he has not looked back.He has been part of the Indian team that won the Asian Games gold medal, the Asia Cup, and most recently, the T20 World Cup.
A Regional Sports Officer (RSO) is a Class-2 gazetted officer. He is responsible for promoting sports activities, overseeing sports stadiums, and nurturing new talent.