‘My flesh was torn, bones were visible’ - Rinku Singh recalls ruthless monkey attack

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh recently opened up about his childhood struggles, revealing that a monkey attack left him with a physical difference in his hands. Despite such challenges, the left-hander’s rise in cricket has been nothing short of remarkable.

Rinku shot to prominence during the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) when he smashed five consecutive sixes off Yash Dayal in the final over to guide Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a stunning win against Gujarat Titans (GT).

That unforgettable performance made him a household name and eventually earned him a call-up to the Indian national team, where he quickly established himself as a regular in the T20I setup. Currently, Rinku is part of India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025, where the team is set to face the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on September 10.

"The most dangerous bite he gave me happened when it was raining. At that time, in the house there wasn't really a washroom, so we used to go to the fields. It was the rainy season, so me, my brother, and my friend were going, carrying an umbrella. As we were going, someone behind us shouted, 'The monkey has come.',” said Rinku on Raj Shamani’s podcast.

“Then it came from behind and caught me. I was completely pinned down, and it kept biting me again and again. It tore out a lot of my flesh, a lot. There weren't many people around to save me. My brother was throwing stones at it, but it wouldn't leave me. It bit me very badly. It was during the rain, then I ran from there. My blood was flowing like that, and my bones inside were visible.

“Then we went to a clinic. When they were doing the dressing, my family was just standing there with me, not knowing what would happen, whether I would survive or not, because a lot of blood was coming out. My bones inside were visible. So my family just carried me there. Somehow they called someone, made contact, saying, 'Come, a monkey has bitten a boy.' Then they came, did the dressing, and only after that I became fine," he added.

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The lower-middle order batter, known for his quick-hitting ability, often plays crucial cameos that help his team either post big totals or chase down daunting targets. However, he has recently faced criticism for a dip in form, managing just one half-century in his last 13 T20I innings. His struggles extended into the IPL 2025, where he failed to live up to expectations. As the Asia Cup 2025 unfolds, all eyes will be on the youngster to see if he can rediscover his touch on the big stage.