R. P. Singh

Cricketer; 2007 ICC World Cup winner

R. P. Singh - Cricketer; 2007 ICC World Cup winner
Born

December 6th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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An Indian cricketer, prominent as a left-arm fast bowler. Played for the India national team and had notable performances in various formats, particularly in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Achieved recognition for contributions during the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup, where the team secured the championship title. Competed in domestic leagues, representing teams such as Uttar Pradesh and the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League.

Won the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup

Represented India in 14 Test matches

Took 69 wickets in ODIs

Played in the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup

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