Prince Yadav, a promising bowling allrounder from Uttar Pradesh, has been acquired by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for INR 30.0 Lakh at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Known for his right-arm medium bowling and his ability to contribute with the bat, Yadav is set to make his IPL debut in the 2025 season.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Prince Yadav
- Born: January 2, 1998, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
- Age: 26 years, 331 days
- Batting Style: Right-Handed Bat
- Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium
- Playing Role: Batting Allrounder
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Career Stats
Batting:
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 8 | 7 | 126 | 46 | 21.00 | 46.84 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 5 | 3 | 38 | 35 | 19.00 | 92.68 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling:
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 8 | 6 | 2/57 | 56.50 | 3.00 | 113.0 |
| List A | 5 | 3 | 3/18 | 27.33 | 4.55 | 36.0 |
| T20s | 1 | 0 | – | – | 6.66 | – |
Recent Performances
Prince Yadav has displayed consistent performances in domestic cricket and local T20 tournaments:
- Rudras vs Kings (Sept 8, 2024): Scored 36 runs and took 1/10 in a standout allround performance.
- Rudras vs Falcons (Sept 6, 2024): Scored 33 runs, showcasing his batting potential in the middle order.
Debut Matches
- First-Class Debut: Karnataka vs Uttar Pradesh, June 6, 2022 (Alur).
- List A Debut: Uttar Pradesh vs Tripura, November 12, 2022 (Delhi).
- T20 Debut: Uttar Pradesh vs Madhya Pradesh, October 27, 2023 (Dehradun).
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Prince Yadav in IPL 2025
Joining Lucknow Super Giants, Prince Yadav brings versatility to the team. As a bowler who can swing the ball and contribute valuable runs in the lower order, he is expected to play a crucial role in LSG’s IPL 2025 campaign. His domestic experience and recent form make him a player to watch.
Summary
Prince Yadav’s Rs. 30.0 Lakh acquisition by LSG highlights their strategy to invest in young and promising Indian talent. With his allround skills, he has the potential to make an impact in the IPL and establish himself as a key player for the franchise. Fans will eagerly anticipate his performances in IPL 2025.
