Ramandeep Singh (KKR): 198 Death SR Powers an All-Rounder Case for the XII
Ramandeep Singh's death-overs SR of 198 sits 26 points above the 172 league average. Combined with a pace bowling economy of 7 across 138 bowling balls, he profiles as a lower-order all-rounder with genuine finishing ability. His regressed WAR of 0.15 per match puts him just outside the optimal XII.
Why He Misses the XII
Singh's batting WAR of 0.13 and bowling WAR of 0.004 produce a total that falls below the players occupying the finisher and lower-order slots. Rinku Singh (0.24) holds the number 6 spot on batting value alone, and the bowling slots are filled by specialists.
His SRae of -0.1 is neutral, with the death hitting offsetting a middle-overs SR of 114 that sits 31 points below the 145 average. The middle-overs weakness is more severe than Rinku's (121).
| Phase | SR | vs League Avg | Ball Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle | 114 | vs 145 avg | 50% |
| Death | 198 | vs 172 avg | 43% |
| Powerplay | 132 | vs 152 avg | 6% |
All-Rounder Dimension
Singh's pace bowling across 138 balls shows a 7 economy. His middle-overs bowling economy of 6 and death economy of 8 are both above average. The sample is tiny, so projecting bowling value with confidence is difficult.
His xImpact of 48 matches Tripathi and Rahul Tripathi, suggesting the model sees latent potential if he can get consistent opportunities.
Path to the XII
If KKR wants a seventh bowling option or needs to replace Rinku Singh, Ramandeep is the natural swap. His 63% death-overs ball share confirms he is comfortable in the finisher role. The bowling adds a dimension Rinku lacks.
What This Means for IPL 2026
Singh is the closest player to cracking the XII from outside. His death hitting matches the profile KKR needs, and the bowling provides tactical flexibility. He is the first name the think tank will consider when matchup-specific changes are needed at the number 6 or 7 slot.