Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj: A political prodigy and IPL finisher rewrite modern romance

Star cricketer Rinku Singh, known for his explosive six-hitting prowess in the IPL, has taken a new and joyous step in his life off the field (Photo: IANS/X)

Updated On: 2025-06-11 09:56 PM IST

Compiled by : Srijanee Majumdar

Photo: IANS

Rinku got engaged to Priya Saroj, a dynamic young Member of Parliament, in an elegant and intimate ceremony at Lucknow’s luxurious Centrum Hotel on June 8

The event, though private, was nothing short of grand, with over 300 handpicked guests in attendance, including prominent names from the world of politics and cricket. Dignitaries like Akhilesh Yadav, Jaya Bachchan, and BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla were among those who graced the occasion and extended their blessings to the couple

The engagement is the culmination of a heartwarming love story that began more than a year ago. Rinku and Priya were introduced through a mutual family friend

What began as a casual acquaintance quickly blossomed into a deep friendship, grounded in mutual respect and admiration for each other’s journeys. Over time, their bond strengthened, and friendship gradually evolved into love

Priya Saroj, 26, is one of the youngest MPs in the country. She rose to national prominence after winning the 2024 general elections from the Machhlishahr constituency in Uttar Pradesh

Before stepping into politics, Priya had already carved a name for herself in the legal world as a practicing advocate in the Supreme Court. A graduate of Delhi University with further studies from Amity University, Priya carries forward a proud political legacy. Her father, Tufani Saroj, is a seasoned politician who has served as a Member of Parliament three times

The couple will tie the knot on November 18 in the spiritual city of Varanasi

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