Rinku Singh receives ₹5 crore threat from D-Company:Mumbai Police probe ransom emails, Interpol arrests two accused

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh, known for his match-winning performances for Kolkata Knight Riders, has reportedly received threats from the underworld gang D-Company. Mumbai Police revealed that a ransom of ₹5 crore was demanded through three separate emails sent between February and April 2025. The accused, Mohammad Dilshad and Naved, were arrested by Interpol from the West Indies in July 2025 for their links to underworld operations and other extortion cases. Emails sent between February and April 2025
According to Mumbai Crime Branch officials, the first email was sent on February 5, 2025, by the accused Naved. It began innocuously, praising Rinku’s cricketing achievements, stating, “I am happy you play for KKR… I request you to help me financially. Allah will bless you more.”However, the tone changed in the second email sent on April 9, 2025, where Naved directly demanded ₹5 crore, writing, “I will tell you the time and place. Please confirm.” The final message on April 20, 2025, simply read, “Reminder! D-Company.” No Complaint Yet from Rinku’s Family
Following the revelation, Rinku Singh’s family, who currently reside in Aligarh, have avoided media interaction and phone calls. Aligarh SP City Mrigank Shekhar Pathak stated that no official complaint has yet been filed by the family but assured that police are in contact with them and security measures will be provided if necessary. Rinku’s Recent Cricketing Triumphs
The threat comes just weeks after Rinku Singh’s historic performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final, where India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in Dubai on September 28, 2025. Rinku’s boundary in the final over sealed India’s ninth Asia Cup title and cemented his reputation as a dependable finisher. Engagement with SP MP Priya Saroj
Rinku’s personal life has also been in the spotlight. On June 8, 2025, he got engaged to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj at The Centrum Hotel in Lucknow. The ceremony was attended by over 300 VIP guests, including Akhilesh Yadav, Dimple Yadav, Jaya Bachchan, and Shivpal Yadav. During the event, Priya became emotional while exchanging rings, and Rinku comforted her on stage. Wedding Postponed to 2026
The couple’s wedding, initially scheduled for November 18, 2025, in Kashi, has been postponed due to Rinku’s domestic cricket commitments. Priya’s father, MLA Tufani Saroj, confirmed that the ceremony is now likely to take place in February 2026, though a new date is yet to be finalized. How Rinku and Priya met
Rinku and Priya’s relationship began two years ago when they met at a fellow cricketer’s wedding in Delhi. Priya, a Delhi University law graduate, was introduced to Rinku by the cricketer’s wife, who was her college friend. Their friendship soon turned into a relationship, leading to their engagement earlier this year. From gas cylinders to glory
Rinku Singh’s journey from hardship to fame has been inspirational. In an earlier interview with KKR, he revealed that his father worked as a gas cylinder deliveryman, and the five brothers would help him by delivering cylinders door to door. Despite financial struggles and his father’s resistance to his cricketing passion, Rinku pursued the sport with determination. His mother even borrowed ₹1,000 for his first local tournament — a humble beginning for a player who went on to represent India internationally. Police investigation ongoing
Mumbai Police are currently investigating the D-Company’s involvement in the threats and examining digital evidence related to the emails. Interpol’s earlier arrests of Dilshad and Naved have strengthened the link between the underworld network and recent extortion cases targeting high-profile individuals, including celebrities and politicians.