Renuka Singh Thakur is a rising star in Indian women’s cricket known for her swing bowling and calm demeanor under pressure. Hailing from Himachal Pradesh, she has quickly made her mark across formats with consistent performances, becoming a key bowler for India in T20Is, ODIs and now Test cricket.
Who is Renuka Singh?
Renuka Singh Thakur is one of the best fast bowings from India in women’s cricket with a very sharp swing, she is an extremely disciplined line bowler and an important addition to the bowling line-up of India in ODIs and T20Is. She was born on 2nd January 1996 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, she has risen from a soundly poor background to make her mark on the international cricket stage through hard work and dedication.
What is Education of Renuka Singh?
Renuka has done schooling from G.S.S School Dharamshala, HP and the graduation from Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. The academics never shied Renuka away from being involved with the game, as she ensured the sport was her calling to pursue through local and state-level tournaments during childhood years.
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What is Renuka Singh’s Career?
Renuka began her career with domestic cricket at Himachal Pradesh, but her breakthrough came at exposure into the national team of India in 2021. She had made with her outstanding ability to swing the ball in the early overs which led to picking up important wickets. She has played in high-profile tournaments such as Women’s ODI World Cup, Commonwealth Games and Women’s T20 World Cup. She has played in most of the top franchise leagues including the Women’s Premier League (WPL) being established as a consistent wicket-taker.
Family of Renuka Singh
Renuka singh’s father is Kehar Singh Thakur and Mother Sunita Singh Thakur, she is from a modest background in the village of Pukhri, Himachal Pradesh and her family have always been a strong support for her during her cricketing journey. After her father died early in life, her mother was the one who inspired her to fight for her dreams against financial crunches.
Who is Renuka Singh Boyfriend?
Renuka has not revealed anything about her relationships to the public and her focus is currently on her career in cricket.
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What is Net Worth of Renuka Singh?
Renuka Singh’s estimated net worth is approximately $1 million (₹8 crore). It includes earnings from her BCCI central contract, match fees for international and domestic games as well as salaries from franchise leagues and multiple brand endorsements. Her stature in the game continues to rise and makes her one of the shining stars in Indian women’s cricket both on the field and in terms of commerce.
Achievements & Medals of Renuka Singh
Renuka has won for her impressive consistent performance which includes being part of the ICC Women’s Team of the Year and also leading wicket-taker in major tournaments with her contribution during the year 2022, at the Commonwealth Games became instrumental for India to win a silver medal. Her talent and hard work, she is destined towards becoming a sustainable long-term pace spearhead for India.
Renuka Singh across International Fronts
Renuka Singh made her WT20I debut for India on October 7, 2021, against Australia with her swing and control. Then she played 54 T20Is, taking 58 wickets at an economy of 6.43. Her WODI debut came on February 18, 2022, against New Zealand and she became a fixture, taking 35 wickets in 19 matches at an excellent economy of 4.62. Her streak of good performances cemented her Test debut against England in December 2023, thereby marking her presence in all formats and solidifying her rising stocks in India’s bowling unit.
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