Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Rinku Singh Scores Back-to-Back Centuries for Uttar Pradesh
Rinku Singh continued his sensational form, smashing his second consecutive Ranji Trophy century for Uttar Pradesh against Goa at Green Park, Kanpur, on October 18, 2026. His unbeaten 100 runs off 155 balls single-handedly propped up UP's innings, which struggled to 184/9 at tea on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy Elite 2026-27 Elite Group A clash.
Rinku Singh continued his stellar form in the Ranji Trophy Elite 2026-27, recording a magnificent century for Uttar Pradesh against Goa today. His heroic knock came amidst a dramatic collapse of the UP batting order, with the team reeling at 184/9 at the tea break on Day 1. Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Priyansh Arya Scores Maiden First-Class Hundred for Delhi Against Gujarat.
Rinku Singh Hits Second Consecutive Ranji Trophy Century
Singh, known for his explosive hitting, displayed remarkable composure and resilience, reaching the three-figure mark off 155 balls, an innings punctuated by 10 fours and 2 sixes. This century marks his second in as many matches, highlighting a phenomenal run of form for the left-handed batsman who has often been the solitary beacon for Uttar Pradesh in recent times.
UP's Batting Woes
Uttar Pradesh, having won the toss and elected to bat first at Green Park, struggled significantly against a disciplined Goa bowling unit. The top and middle order crumbled, leaving Rinku Singh with the arduous task of salvaging the innings. At the tea interval, Uttar Pradesh stood at 184/9 after 64 overs, with Singh unbeaten on 100 and Vansh Chaudhary providing some support with 4 runs off 15 balls. Their partnership for the tenth wicket has so far yielded 47 runs off 63 deliveries, a crucial stand to add some respectability to the total.
Goa's bowlers capitalized on the favourable conditions, with Yash Kasvankar being the pick of the attack, claiming 4 wickets for 77 runs from his 22 overs. Lalit Yadav also contributed with a wicket, conceding just 18 runs from his 7 overs. The last wicket to fall was Yash Dayal, caught by Darshan Misal off Yash Kasvankar, departing for a six-ball duck when the score was 137/9 in the 54th over.
Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Overview
The 92nd edition of India's premier first-class competition, the Ranji Trophy Elite 2026-27, commenced on October 11. Thirty-eight teams are participating across Elite and Plate divisions, with the Elite League comprising four groups of eight teams each. Jammu and Kashmir are the defending champions of the tournament, having clinched their maiden title in the previous season.
Match Details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Uttar Pradesh vs Goa |
| Tournament | Ranji Trophy Elite 2026-27, Elite Group A |
| Venue | Green Park, Kanpur |
| Date | Sunday, October 18, 2026 |
| Start Time | 9:30 AM IST (4:00 AM UTC, 5:00 AM UK Time) |
| Toss | Uttar Pradesh elected to bat |
Where to Watch
Cricket enthusiasts in India can follow select matches of the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 live on the Star Sports Network, with specific matches potentially broadcast on Star Sports Khel. Live streaming is available via the JioHotstar app and website. For viewers in the UK, USA, and other parts of the world, official live coverage details for the Ranji Trophy are often unavailable, with fans sometimes resorting to VPN services to access Indian streaming platforms. Shubman Gill Wicket Video: Watch Ajay Mandal Dismiss India Captain for 1 During Punjab vs Chhattisgarh Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Match.
Rinku Singh's incredible knock has provided Uttar Pradesh with a fighting chance in what could have been a far more disastrous first innings total. His individual brilliance will be crucial as UP look to defend their modest score and make inroads into the Goa batting lineup on Day 2.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 18, 2026 03:34 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).