03 Himmat Singh

A rising powerhouse in Delhi’s cricketing circuit and a strategic middle-order asset for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Himmat Singh (born November 8, 1996) is a right-handed batter and occasional off-spinner known for his technical solidity and leadership qualities. Hailing from Delhi, he has transitioned from a prolific age-group cricketer to a domestic mainstay.

As of January 22, 2026, Himmat Singh is firmly established in the LSG core. After making his long-awaited IPL debut in 2025, he has been officially retained by the Lucknow Super Giants for the IPL 2026 season at his acquisition price of ₹30 Lakh. He enters the upcoming season fresh from a consistent 2025–26 domestic cycle where he helped lead Delhi to the quarter-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Himmat Singh: Career Profile & 2025–26 Milestones

The Lucknow Super Giants “Impact” Debut

After years of grinding in the domestic circuit and a brief stint with RCB without a game, Himmat’s breakthrough came on April 12, 2025.

• The Debut: He made his IPL debut for LSG against the Gujarat Titans, stepping in as a tactical replacement.

• IPL 2026 Retention: His ability to anchor the middle order and his professional conduct earned him a retention for the 2026 season. Under the leadership of Rishabh Pant (his former U-19 teammate), Himmat is viewed as a vital domestic insurance player for LSG.

Leadership & Domestic Dominance

Himmat is widely respected for his leadership temperament.

• Delhi Captaincy: In January 2024, he was appointed as Delhi’s Ranji Trophy captain, famously leading them through a transitional phase.

• Delhi Premier League (DPL) Success: He captained the East Delhi Riders to the title in the inaugural 2024 edition of the DPL, finishing as one of the top run-getters (381 runs) and following it up with consistent performances in the 2025 season.

• Red-Ball Temperament: His career-best 194 against Uttarakhand in 2024 remains one of the finest recent knocks in Ranji cricket, showcasing his ability to bat for long durations.

Recent Form (January 2026)

In the recently concluded 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Himmat was a consistent performer for Delhi.

• Quarter-Final Run: He played several crucial middle-order cameos to help Delhi secure a spot in the knockout stages, including a disciplined knock against Haryana on January 8.

• Multi-Format Utility: While his primary role is batting, his off-break bowling and reliable slip fielding make him a complete package for the T20 format.

Himmat Singh: Consolidated Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 22, 2026.

Overall Batting Performance

Recent Milestone Tracker

• First-Class Centuries: 2 (including a top score of 194).

• List A Hundreds: 6 (with a career average near 50).

• T20 Consistency: Over 900 runs with 40+ career sixes.