Pat Cummins — IPL 2026
🏆 Captain Cummins — SRH's Title Winner!
Pat Cummins did what nobody expected in 2024 — captained SRH to the IPL title. The Aussie captain brought his Test match mentality to T20 cricket and it worked brilliantly. In 2026, he's back to defend that legacy.
What makes Cummins special in Dream11? He's not just a bowler — he bats! Those quick 20-30 runs at the end can be the difference. Plus his bowling in the powerplay and death gives you consistent wicket-taking opportunities.
At 9.0 credits for a bowling all-rounder who captains the side — that's solid value. Let's break down why Cummins should be in your IPL 2026 fantasy squads.
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💰 Dream11 Fantasy Analysis
Cummins is a proper bowling captain pick. At 9.0 credits, you're getting 4 overs of quality pace bowling PLUS lower-order batting potential. He regularly takes 1-2 wickets and can smash 20 runs in 10 balls at the end.
🎯 Cummins' Dream11 Numbers
Captain pick? On seaming tracks or when SRH bowls first — absolutely. Cummins in the powerplay with the new ball is lethal. Death bowling with yorkers adds more fantasy points. Plus if SRH is chasing, he can smash a quick 25.
📈 Recent Form & Key Numbers
- IPL 2025: 15 wickets + 200 runs in lower order
- Powerplay wickets: 8 (one of the best new-ball bowlers)
- Death bowling: Yorker expert, economy 9.5 in death (good for a pacer)
- Batting SR: 155+ when batting (quick-fire cameos)
- Captaincy: Smart field placements, brings himself on at right times
⚔️ Key Matchups This Season
Virat Kohli (RCB)
Cummins vs Kohli is always electric. Cummins has got Kohli out twice in IPL. His extra bounce troubles Kohli. Great bowling fantasy pick in SRH vs RCB.
Rohit Sharma (MI)
Rohit loves pace and Cummins serves up pace. This matchup slightly favors Rohit on flat tracks. Be cautious.
Rishabh Pant (LSG)
Pant's aggressive batting vs Cummins' controlled pace. Pant can be reckless against Cummins which means wicket chances!
🚀 Expert Verdict
Bowling captain option. Batting bonus adds value. Pick when SRH bowls first or on seaming tracks.