Rinku Singh’s Father Khanchand Singh Passes Away After Battle With Stage 4 Liver Cancer

February 27, 2026: Star Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is mourning the death of his father, Khanchand Singh, who passed away on Friday morning at Yatharth Hospital - Greater Noida. His father had been sick for a long time. Recently, his condition became worse. Doctors tried their best to treat him, but he died due to stage 4 liver cancer, which is a serious and advanced form of the disease.

In the last days, his condition was very critical. He was on a mechanical ventilator and receiving continuous renal replacement therapy. Doctors were trying hard to keep him stable, but his health kept getting worse.

The news came when Rinku was away with the Indian team for the T20 World Cup. Before the match against Zimbabwe at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, he left the team and went home after knowing about his father’s serious health condition.

Khanchand Singh had been fighting liver cancer for some time, but his health suddenly became worse and he was admitted to the hospital in Greater Noida.

Rinku Singh's father passed away. 💔 🙏

- Condolences to his whole family. pic.twitter.com/OGz44Sekdr

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 27, 2026

Heartbreaking news to hear of the passing of Rinku’s father. In moments like these, no words feel enough. Standing in solidarity with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find strength and courage in the love that surrounds you. 🙏 @rinkusingh235

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 27, 2026

🚨 RINKU SINGH LOST THE BIGGEST SUPPORT AND BIGGEST FAN OF HIS LIFE ‼️

- Rinku's father was suffering from cancer for a long time.
- He was told during the T20 World Cup 2026 that his father wasn’t doing well ⚠️
- He flew back home leaving the team.
- And now, his father is no… pic.twitter.com/LbrxLjxPVp

— Cricketangon (@cricketangon) February 27, 2026

Rinku Singh Misses Playing XI Amid Family Tragedy

Star Indian cricketer Rinku Singh was dropped from the playing XI against Zimbabwe after a quick return to Chennai to meet his ailing father. The team management made two changes in the Suryakumar Yadav-led side. Sanju Samson was brought back as an opener to provide a right-handed batter at the top. Ishan Kishan moved down to three, while Tilak Varma’s role shifted to finisher. Axar Patel replaced Washington Sundar.

Rinku did not play in the match but came on as a substitute fielder. India won the match by 72 runs, keeping their semi-final hopes alive. His availability for the rest of the T20 World Cup 2026 is still unclear, and the BCCI is yet to provide an update.

Family Tragedy and Farewell

Rinku’s father, Khanchand Singh, passed away after a long battle with liver cancer. His body arrived in the family’s hometown in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, where the last rites will be performed. Rinku, a resident of Aligarh district, credits much of his cricketing success to his father. Khanchand Singh, who worked in gas cylinder distribution, supported his son’s cricketing dreams despite financial difficulties.

India will now travel to Kolkata for a must-win ‘quarter-final’ against West Indies on Sunday. The winner will join South Africa in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2026.