Tim David Injured in BBL: Australia, RCB Face T20 World Cup, IPL Concerns

• Australian finisher Tim David sustained a hamstring injury during a Big Bash League (BBL) match for Hobart Hurricanes.
• The injury occurred while he was batting well (41 off 26 balls) and taking a single against Perth Scorchers.
• His injury raises significant concerns for Australia's 2026 T20 World Cup plans and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2026.
• Recovery time varies: Grade 1 (3 weeks), Grade 2 (1-2 months), and Grade 3 (3+ months).
• A severe injury could force him to miss the T20 World Cup and the start of the IPL 2026 season.

Why It Matters: Tim David's BBL hamstring injury raises T20 World Cup and IPL 2026 concerns for Australia and RCB.