Prince Yadav is LSG's third domestic spin option behind Digvesh Rathi and M Siddharth. His regressed WAR/M of 0.16 across 179 bowling balls puts him in the replacement-level range. His Ecae of -0.4 means he conceded slightly more than expected for the phases he bowled in.

Why He Misses the XII

The optimal XII already carries Rathi (0.31 WAR/M) and Siddharth (0.21) as the two spin bowlers. Yadav's 0.16 does not displace either. His economy of 9.6 across 22.8 overs is above the league average for spinners.

With 8 matches and 44% IPL confidence, his sample is small and his numbers are uncertain.

Path to the XII

Yadav enters if Rathi or Siddharth is rested or injured. His leg-spin provides a different option from Rathi's style, which could be tactically valuable on specific surfaces. His projected WAR/M of 0.16 is stable, suggesting the model sees him as a steady backup.

What This Means for IPL 2026

Yadav is a spin reserve. His xImpact of 39 projects limited impact. He needs the spinners ahead of him to underperform or get injured to see meaningful game time.