Overview
- Tim David scored 42 off 28 before pinging his hamstring while taking a single in the 15th over and retiring hurt during Hobart’s four‑wicket victory over Perth at Optus Stadium.
- David said he felt something while attempting a second run and chose to walk off after an on‑field assessment to avoid aggravating the issue.
- The shortened BBL season concludes on January 25, leaving a narrow window for him to return for Hobart’s title defense.
- The 2026 T20 World Cup begins on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka, with reports indicating selectors are likely to name him while monitoring evidence of fitness before final submissions.
- The injury has not been medically graded yet, with cited recovery ranges for hamstring strains running from about three weeks to three months or more, which could affect BBL availability and early IPL participation.