In a delightful amalgamation of the traditional with a modern and elegant touch, which really can only be appreciated when it is established as a tradition, Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and his long-time partner Priya Saroj recently engaged at a lovely ceremony that was intimate, yet still cute — and the pictures are evidence that love knows how to draw in all of the glory. The two have kept their relationship largely under wraps, and thanks to their unassuming personalities, it has taken until now for them to share their happiness with their fans and well-wishers, in the form of stunning engagement photos just circulating on social media. Hosted in an amiable setting embraced by floral arrangements and ambient lighting, the serviced rankings offered an ideal backdrop for a relationship story that has been in the making for several years. Rinku, who has provided a range of explosive performances on the field, and equally, humility and comparability off it, looked dapper in a classic sherwani, while Priya dazzled in a beautifully embellished lehenga buttressed by her poise and grace. From trapped glances, and hand-in-hand shots, all frames captured they ease between them, the warmth between them as a couple, and the familiarity they share. The engagement didn’t only mark a celebration of two individuals but also two families joining together with happiness and well-wishes. Close friends, family members, and a couple of cricketer friends got to witness the milestone on this occasion, amplifying the love, happiness, and laughter. While fans continue to shower the couple with congratulatory messages, these engagement photographs document the commencement of the next chapter in Rinku & Priya’s journey; they are also a reminder of the power of partnership, patience & love. Based on the photographs, the couple’s days ahead look to be nothing short of magical. Now, please be with us as we walk you through some of the most memorable clicks of this outstanding day!
1. Born in Aligarh, Rinku Khanchand Singh (born October 12, 1997) is a flamboyant Indian cricketer, famous as a fearless finisher. A left-handed middle-order batsman and occasional off-spinner, he made his India debut in August 2023 (T20I) and December 2023 (ODI). He plays domestic cricket for Uttar Pradesh and made his first-class debut for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL in 2018. His epic five sixes in five balls in April 2023 capped a stunning comeback win for KKR. Rising from difficult beginnings, he is the third of five siblings to emerge from poverty in Aligarh to achieve on the national stage.
2. Priya Saroj (born November 23, 1998 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) is affiliated with the Samajwadi Party and she is one of India's youngest Lok Sabha MPs. Priya was elected as a member of the 17th Lok Sabha in 2024 from Machhlishahr at the age of 25. She was elected after defeating BJP's BP Saroj by 35,850 votes. She graduated from Delhi University in Law and got her LLB from Amity University, and worked as a lawyer at the Supreme Court before joining politics. She is the daughter of veteran politician Tufani Saroj and she carries on the political legacy. Her recent engagement to cricketer Rinku Singh on June 8, 2025 in Lucknow attracted media attention.
3. Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj posted a touching note on social media celebrating her new engagement to Indian cricketer Rinku Singh, who hails from the Bihar area. She reviewed their time together, reflecting on their wonderful experience of love, gratitude, and contentment in building their friendship over time. Priya mentioned the fun moments and struggles they have experienced together, and how they supported each other through these experiences, which ultimately brought them closer together. She also thanked both of their families, and a shout out for all their admirers for their wonderful journey with their blessings to find each other! The letter outlined how they convey their love, trust, and respect for each other, which played an important role in getting them to this day together, a new chapter in their life together with love on the set of hope and happiness!
4. On Sunday, Priya Saroj, Samajwadi Party MP, and Rinku Singh, Indian Cricketer from Bihar, celebrated their engagement, a momentous achievement in their relationship. Priya Saroj and Rinku Singh announced they would get married on November 18 and begin planning their grand celebration at the historic Taj Hotel in Varanasi. There is a bit of a buzz about the couple's wedding with their families, friends, and family friends. The wedding will be memorable as Priya Saroj and Rinku Singh tie the knot according to traditional customs and modern styles as they begin their married life together in the presence of families and friends.
5. On her social media site 'X,' Priya Saroj outlined her feelings, recognizing the importance of their engagement. Saroj said this engagement was special 'because this was a day that had been in our hearts for almost three years. I think having to wait so long made it more special and priceless.' In sharing her love and joy Saroj spoke about the engagement as having “full hearts and a forever to go,' indicating great commitment and a willingness to enter a new life together. Priya's words left an impression on her fans and followers, allowing them to share and celebrate in the joy of their relationship built on patience, commitment and an unbreakable bond, making this addition to their life together a much-desired and well deserved new chapter.
6. The engagement was a lavish ceremony attended by multiple family members, but also multiple marquee political and sports figures which gave the ceremony even further significance. The union was also attended by other very influential politicians like Akhilesh Yadav - president of the Samajwadi Party who attended the ceremony with his spouse Dimple Yadav. Other guest speakers, and politicians are also present at the ceremony such as Jaya Bachchan, Ram Gopal Yadav, and Shivpal Yadav; this had a palpable effect of being noticed in their support of the couple's love and togetherness in political bonds. The event was a convivial affair, blending together the tradition of political stature and the delight of the couple's reclamation of the day's festivities.
7. Rajeev Shukla, vice president of BCCI, was in attendance at the engagement ceremony as well. He also congratulated the couple and added a touch of prestige to the event by being a part of it. The attendance of the vice president of BCCI showed us how important Rinku Singh’s accomplishments in cricket are. However, there were some cricketing colleagues that were not there. Many of his colleagues have gone to England already to prepare for the highly anticipated Test series on June 20. Despite this absence, the cricket fraternity's wishes were felt in many heartfelt messages from other peers and support. There was a nice mix of attendees from the political world and the cricket world, adding to the uniqueness of the celebration of love and sporting achievement.
8. To promote the enjoyment and safety of the participants at the engagement, the organizers took extreme precautions at the Taj Hotel, Varanasi. Fifteen rooms were pre-ordered at the venue, five of which were reserved for Rinku Singh's best friends so that their people could stay close and enjoy the festivities without the risk of intoxication. All generated passes were bar-coded, thus, attendance could only be granted to invited guests. A joint security team of private securities and police maintained vigilance during the event. All of the arrangements were instrumental in providing a safe and enjoyable event. The couple and their clients were able to fully enjoy a special day without worry and concern about the need for safety.
9. In the final days before their wedding, Rinku Singh and family found time to visit the revered Chaudhera Wali Vichitra Devi Temple in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. The family made this trip to ask for blessings in support of their new journey together, showing the couple's acknowledgement of being part of a long history of tradition and faith. Seeing the reality of the tradition was apparent in this situation when the bride and groom arrived together, clearly happy and harmonious and wearing the same regal white and pink outfits. Their outfits complemented not only the decorum of the temple but also the spirit of the day. Both outfits were bright, pure, and loving. The visit allowed for shared symbolism associated with the spirit of the day and connection to our spiritual space and set a positive and hopeful tone towards their wedding, images of blessed anticipation, hopefulness, and heartfelt good wishes from family and other devotees surrounding them.
10. The engagement ceremony took place in the beautifully decorated Fulcurn Hall, where flowers and exquisite lighting added to the ambiance. It was an invite-only VIP event, and more than 300 guests attended, including former cricketers Praveen Kumar and Piyush Chawla, Uttar Pradesh Ranji captain Aryan Juyal along with other political heavyweights such as Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, MPs Jaya Bachchan, Dimple Yadav, Iqra Hasan who is Priya's closest friend along with senior leaders Professor Ram Gopal Yadav and Rajeev Shukla who is also a Congress leader. A video of the special moment between the couple holding hands has since circulated and melted the hearts of fans.
