Rohit Paudel Biography: Age, Records, Nepal Captaincy and Rise of Nepal Cricket

 

Quick Facts: Born 2 September 2002 (age 24) · Nepal · Right-hand batter · Nepal national captain.

Early Life: Rohit Paudel emerged from Nepal's cricket-mad Kathmandu valley as a teenage prodigy, making his ODI debut at 16.

Career: Paudel became the youngest male cricketer to score an international half-century at 16 years and 146 days, breaking Shahid Afridi's long-standing record. He has since grown into Nepal's batting linchpin and captain, leading the nation at the 2023 ODI World Cup qualifiers and the 2024 T20 World Cup — Nepal's first-ever World Cup appearance, where they pushed eventual finalists South Africa close. His stylish strokeplay and leadership have made him the face of Nepali cricket.

Latest News: Paudel continues to captain Nepal through the ICC pathway events, with the country's passionate fanbase making him one of the most searched cricketers in South Asia whenever Nepal plays.