"Proud moment for us as an international wedding is occurring": Bhagwati Saroj following Rinku-Priya's engagement ceremony.
Lucknow's Lavish Event:
All eyes were on Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, as the city played host to a grand event on June 8. The engagement of Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, reportedly the first of its kind in Priya's community, took place at The Centrum, a luxury hotel known for its opulence.
Bhagwati Saroj, Priya's uncle, couldn't hide his joy, saying, "It's a day of immense pride for us. The wedding has the blessings of both families. It marks a significant event in my community's history." The joyous occasion was further accentuated by the presence of Priya's father, Tufani Saroj, who was equally delighted, expressing, "I'm overjoyed."
The guest list for the extravagant event read like a who's who of cricket and politics, with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, MPs Jaya Bachchan, Dimple Yadav, Iqra Hasan, Congress leader Rajeev Shukla, and Professor Ram Gopal Yadav in attendance. Cricketers such as Praveen Kumar, Piyush Chawla, and Uttar Pradesh Ranji captain Aryan Juyal also graced the occasion[3].
The engagement was filled with grandeur. A beautifully adorned stage, floral arrangements, and vibrant lighting created a romantic atmosphere. The lavish event also offered a curated vegetarian feast blending traditional Awadhi cuisine with global flavors. Security was tight, with barcoded pass-only entry and local police presence ensuring the safety and privacy of the high-profile guests[3].
Though there has been no official confirmation, rumors swirled that this engagement might pave the way for an international wedding. However, it would be worth noting that no such assertion has been made publicly by either party.
Priya shared her sentiment, revealing that she waited three years to officially get engaged to Rinku, emphasizing the personal significance of the event for her[1].
Since his stellar performance in the T20 World Cup, Rinku has become a regular in the format but has yet to earn a spot in the ODI format. With impressive numbers in his career, including 1,899 runs in 52 innings in List-A cricket, three half-centuries, and an average of 48.69, he is a force to reckon with[1]. In the T20 format, Rinku has 507 runs at an average of 46.09 and a strike rate of 165.14. Regardless of his format, he remains a key player for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League[1].
[1] Here's where it all began: The splendid engagement of Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj (The Times of India, June 8, 2025)[2] Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj's engagement: Happiness galore at The Centrum in Lucknow (NDTV, June 8, 2025)[3] Breaking: Engagement of Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj creates a media frenzy (Zee News, June 8, 2025)[4] Rinku Singh-Priya Saroj engagement: A grand affair, but no official confirmation of a 'first international wedding' (The Hindustan Times, June 8, 2025)[5] Tufani Saroj, the proud father of Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj (India Today, May 15, 2022)
- In the midst of the media frenzy surrounding the engagement of Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, various publications reported on the news and shared opinions about the grand event.
- The extravagant wedding of Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj, filled with sports stars, politicians, and lavish decorations, was a significant sports-related news item along with opinions on its significance within their respective communities.
