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Prince Yadav Injures Hamstring in IND vs ZIM T20I

India pacer Prince Yadav injured, unlikely to play final match. Captain Shreyas Iyer hints at changes.

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Sports Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 25 July 2026 at 09:54 pm
Prince Yadav Injures Hamstring in IND vs ZIM T20I

India suffered an injury blow during the 2nd T20I against Zimbabwe on Saturday, as pacer Prince Yadav left the field with a hamstring injury. Yadav had bowled only eight deliveries before clutching his hamstring and walking off the field. He did not return to the field, and India was forced to bowl out Zimbabwe with a player short.

Despite his limited time on the field, Yadav made a significant impact, striking twice to dismantle the Zimbabwe batting order. He dismissed the well-set Brian Bennett with his first ball and added the prize scalp of Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza.

After the game, India captain Shreyas Iyer confirmed that Prince Yadav was unlikely to play the final match, set to be played after 24 hours. Iyer hinted that there could be a couple of changes to the team, saying, 'One of our players got injured unfortunately, so you might see a few changes tomorrow.'

Prince Yadav had made his debut for India after impressing for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. He played in the series against Ireland and England and was the most experienced pacer in the India ranks on the Zimbabwe tour.

With Prince injured, India could bring back Ashok Sharma into the mix, who was benched for Yash Thakur. The final match of the series is set to be played on Sunday, and India will look to win the series 3-0.

The injury to Prince Yadav is a significant blow to India, as he had been performing well in the series. However, the team has depth in its bowling department, and Iyer will look to make the necessary changes to ensure a winning performance in the final match.

India's victory in the 2nd T20I was comprehensive, with the team winning by 90 runs. The win was set up by a strong batting performance, and the bowlers did well to restrict Zimbabwe to a low total.

The series has been a successful one for India, with the team performing well in all departments. The final match will be an opportunity for the team to finish the series on a high note and carry the momentum forward to future tournaments.

The injury to Prince Yadav is a reminder of the risks involved in the sport, and the team will hope that he recovers quickly and is back to full fitness soon. For now, the focus will be on the final match, and India will look to win the series 3-0.

In conclusion, the injury to Prince Yadav is a significant blow to India, but the team has the depth and talent to overcome the loss. The final match of the series will be an exciting one, and India will look to finish the series on a high note.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to Prince Yadav during the 2nd T20I?

Prince Yadav injured his hamstring and left the field after bowling eight deliveries.

Will Prince Yadav play the final match?

No, Prince Yadav is unlikely to play the final match due to his injury.

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