It seems that Kushal Bhurtel may just be one of the next prominent cricketers of Nepal. This rising sportsman has grabbed major public attention, especially after his performance during Nepal Vs England’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match. If you are a true cricket-paglu, we’re sure you might want to know more about him. Dive in to get more information about him!
Who Is Kushal Bhurtel?
Kushal Bhurtel, who was born on January 22, 1997, is a Butwal, Nepal native. His opening batting skills have truly impressed everyone! He reportedly played the under-19 World Cup back in 2016, where his contribution helped the team reach the quarter finals. So it’s natural to assume that his cricket career has only seen growth and nothing else since then. Although he is known for being an opening batter, it’s worth knowing that Kushal has turned heads for his bowling skills in recent times as well. He gave South Africa 4 for 19 during a T20 World Cup game.
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When Did He Make His T20 Debut?
Kushal Bhurtel made his T20 debut back in 2021 in April when he played against the Netherlands. He made his ODI debut against Papua New Guinea on September 7 in the same year. Kushal ended up becoming the fourth Nepali batter to record an ODI century. He was an important part of his country’s team that played the 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier, scoring over 200 runs in six games. Kushal has also played Nepal Premier League! It’s safe to say that his skills are not limited to batting, which will truly make him a versatile cricketer. With this, Kushal is only expected to wow the audience in future matches.