Rinku Singh’s Final-Over Blitz: 4 Consecutive Sixes Stun Digvesh Rathi and LSG

LUCKNOW — In a breathtaking display of power hitting, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vice-captain Rinku Singh solidified his status as India’s premier finisher during the IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday, April 26. Rinku went “berserk” in the final over, dismantling uncapped mystery spinner Digvesh Singh Rathi to propel KKR to a formidable total.

The southpaw, who has made a habit of late-inning heroics, cleared the boundary four times in a row, turning a tense finish into a run-fest at the Ekana Stadium.

The Final Over Breakdown

Entrusted with the crucial 20th over, Digvesh Rathi struggled to contain Rinku, who was in a devastating mood. The over sequence shifted the momentum entirely in favor of the visitors:

• 20.1: Rinku cleared his front leg and launched a length ball over long-on for six.
• 20.2: Rathi tried to adjust his flight, but Rinku dispatched it over mid-wicket for another maximum.
• 20.3: A wide yorker attempt was sliced high and handsome over deep point.
• 20.4: The fourth consecutive six—a powerful strike over cow corner that left the Lucknow crowd in stunned silence.
• 20.5 & 20.6: Rathi finally managed to limit the damage to two singles, but the over had already yielded 26 runs.

Impact on the Match

Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 83 off 51 balls*—highlighted by 5 sixes and 7 fours—rescued KKR from a precarious position, taking them to 155/7. For Digvesh Rathi, it was a harsh learning curve; despite a disciplined start to his spell, he finished with figures of 0/46 in his 4 overs.

On the other side of the ball, LSG pacer Mohsin Khan was the standout bowler, claiming a historic 5/23, though his efforts were somewhat overshadowed by Rinku’s late-over carnage.

Rinku’s Road to the 2026 T20 World Cup

With the T20 World Cup 2026 looming, Rinku’s ability to remain calm under pressure and target specific bowlers has made him an indispensable asset for both KKR and the Indian national team. This performance marks his highest T20 score to date and reinforces his reputation as the “King of Finishers.”