Shivang Kumar (SRH): Uncapped Pace Bowler Provides Squad Depth
Shivang Kumar is a pace bowler in SRH's squad with no T20 data in our model. He has no WAR/M, no phase splits, and no matchup profile available. Without performance data, the model cannot project his contribution.
He sits outside the optimal XII. SRH's pace bowling slots are filled by Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Shivam Mavi, and Eshan Malinga. Behind those four sit Cummins, Edwards, Carse, and Salil Arora, all with at least some T20 data.
Why He is Excluded
SRH carry an unusual amount of pace bowling depth: 8 pace options in the squad. Kumar sits behind all of them in the pecking order because the model cannot rank a player with zero data above anyone with a measured track record. He would need multiple pace bowlers to be unavailable before his name enters selection discussions.
What This Means for IPL 2026
Kumar's role is domestic fast bowling depth. If SRH's pace attack suffers a wave of injuries during the tournament, he becomes an option. Otherwise, his IPL 2026 is spent developing in practice and waiting for an opportunity that may not come. Any appearance would be his first step toward building a measurable T20 profile.