Published on: Sep 11, 2018 4:08 pm IST|Updated on: Apr 25, 2024 6:48 pm IST
RP Singh made into the Indian team during the age of the left-arm seamers. Boasting great in-swinger, RP was an instant hit at the International level. He was one of the heroes of the inaugural WT20 triumph in 2007. RP is now a cricketer commentator.
Biography
Nickname:
RP
Profession:
Former cricketer, cricket commentator
Role:
Left-arm fast-medium bowler
Autobiography:
NA
Biopic:
NA
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.):
5’11”
Weight (approx.):
75 kg
Eye Colour:
Black
Hair Colour:
Black
Tattoos:
NA
Personal Life
Date of Birth:
6 December 1985
Birth Place:
Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh
Zodiac sign/Sun sign:
Sagittarius
Nationality:
Indian
School:
NA
College:
Guru Gobind Singh Sports College, Lucknow
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor in Arts
Signature:
Family
Father:
Shiv Pratap Singh
Mother:
Girija Devi
Sister:
Akanksha, Deepa
Brother:
NA
Coach/Mentor:
NA
Religion:
Hinduism
Address:
Gomtinagar, Lucknow
Cricket Career
International Debut:
Test:
21 January 2006 vs Pakistan
ODI:
4 September 2005 vs Zimbabwe
T20:
13 September 2007 vs Scotland
Jersey Number:
9
Major Team:
India, Deccan Chargers, India A, India Under-19s, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Cricket Association President’s XI, Rising Pune Supergiants, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Uttar Pradesh
Nature on field:
Calm
Likes to play against:
NA
Favourite Shot/Ball:
NA
Career Turning Point
Strong performance in Under-19 World Cup in Bangladesh in 2004, followed up by consistent show in the Ranji Trophy for Uttar Pradesh
Records
In 2006, RP Singh won Man of the Match award in his test debut for a 5-wicket haul, against Pakistan at Faisalabad.
RP Singh was the second highest wicket-taker in the 2007 T20 World Cup.
RP Singh had the most wickets (23) in 2009 IPL edition.
Wife
Marital Status:
Married
Affairs/Girlfriends:
NA
Wife/Spouse:
Devanshi Popat
Marriage Date:
01-12-2012
Children:
Ira
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