‘Rahul, Rahul, Rahul’: Janakpur’s 16-year-old pacer is the NPL’s newest sensation
Summary
Sixteen-year-old pacer Rahul Yadav starred for Janakpur Bolts with a wicket in the first ball of each of his first two overs and finished as a match-winner against Kathmandu Gorkhas. His rapid rise from a Madhesh talent hunt has made him the Nepal Premier League’s newest sensation.
Key Points
- Rahul Yadav produced a standout spell for Janakpur Bolts, taking early wickets and helping dismiss Kathmandu Gorkhas for 115 in 19.3 overs.
- The 16-year-old had earlier impressed on debut against Karnali Yaks and earned praise as a potential future star of Nepali cricket.
- Moeen Ali hailed Yadav’s talent and said he could become “the next Malinga of Nepal” if he stays fit and humble.
- The article highlights Yadav’s journey from Janakpur’s talent hunt to becoming a fan favourite in the Nepal Premier League.
