IPL 2026: 3 players RR underutilised this season

Sandeep Sharma

Veteran pacer Sandeep Sharma was another player who seemed underutilised during the season. One of the most experienced bowlers in the IPL, Sandeep has built a reputation for delivering breakthroughs with the new ball and maintaining disciplined lines. However, he featured in only six matches and claimed five wickets.

While those numbers are respectable, they do not fully reflect his abilities. RR often struggled for early wickets in some games, and Sandeep's expertise in swing bowling could have provided solutions. More opportunities might have helped him build rhythm and contribute significantly to the team's bowling attack.