Lucknow Super Giants are defending a paltry total of 141 in their IPL 2026 opener against Delhi Capitals and are looking strong at the moment.
Their pacers have dismantled the DC batters in the run chase, as the Capitals are tottering at 30 for 4, with Prince Yadav picking up a couple of wickets.
Prince took the wicket of Pathum Nissanka first, and then also got the key wicket of DC captain Axar Patel. He has so far bowled two overs, picking 2 wickets for 14.
Who is Prince Yadav?
Prince Yadav is a 24-year-old right-arm fast bowler from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, who has emerged as a promising talent in domestic and IPL cricket. Born on December 12, 2001, he gained attention through strong performances in the Delhi Premier League before making his IPL debut in 2025
with Lucknow Super Giants.
Biography
Prince Yadav hails from Ghaziabad and is known for his ability to swing the ball while maintaining a consistent line and length. He stands at 5 ft 7 in and bats right-handed as a lower-order player. His early career focused on domestic circuits, where he quickly showed potential as a fast bowler.
Prince Yadav Career
Yadav debuted in the Ranji Trophy for Delhi against Jammu and Kashmir in January 2024. He impressed in the Delhi Premier League T20, playing 10 matches and taking 13 wickets with best figures of 3/15 against Central Delhi Kings, at an economy under 8. In IPL 2025, he joined Lucknow Super Giants, featuring in 6 matches. A highlight was dismissing Travis Head for his maiden IPL wicket against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
