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Rinku Singh Rajput: From India to WWE and Hollywood

From the Baseball Diamonds to the Big Screen

The Remarkable Journey of a Million Dollar Arm

Rinku Singh Rajput, born August 8, 1988, is an Indian professional wrestler and former professional baseball player. He is best known for his tenure with WWE and his unique journey from India to the United States and Hollywood.

Singh's story began in India, where he participated in the game show "Million Dollar Arm." The show aimed to find Indian cricket players with the potential to become professional baseball pitchers. Singh's victory in the show earned him a minor-league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Singh made history by becoming the first Indian citizen to appear in a professional baseball game in the United States. He pitched for several minor-league teams before ultimately retiring from baseball due to injuries.

Despite his departure from baseball, Singh's story did not end there. He parlayed his notoriety into a successful career in professional wrestling. He joined WWE in 2017 and has since become a fan favorite known for his ferocious in-ring style.

Beyond the squared circle, Singh has also made his mark in Hollywood. He appeared in the 2022 film "The Independent," which tells the story of his journey from India to WWE. The film's success has further cemented Singh's legacy as a pioneer and an inspiration for aspiring athletes worldwide.