Himmat Singh is a domestic middle-order batter with 25 T20 matches but only 29 IPL-level T20 balls. That 13% IPL confidence makes his numbers almost entirely domestic, and the model regresses heavily as a result. His regressed WAR/M of 0.14 is driven by 417 career batting balls across all T20 formats.

Why He Misses the XII

Singh's batting WAR/M of 0.10 does not compete with the established middle-order options. Abdul Samad, Badoni, and the overseas batters all project higher value. His phase splits in limited samples show a 108 SR in the middle overs and 163 at the death.

His overall career SR of 127 across 417 balls suggests a cautious approach that may not suit T20 demands at IPL level.

Death-Overs Potential

His death-overs ball share of 42% in his career suggests he is used as a lower-order finisher in domestic cricket. A 163 death SR is near the league average, offering some finishing utility.

Path to the XII

Singh enters if both Samad and Badoni are unavailable. He is a third-choice domestic middle-order option. His projected WAR/M of 0.14 and xImpact of 48 suggest he could hold his own if given extended opportunities.

What This Means for IPL 2026

Singh is squad depth. His value is in providing a domestic middle-order alternative without consuming an overseas slot. He needs a breakout domestic season or injuries above him to earn IPL minutes.