Gulsan Jha

Gulsan Jha is a standout teenage prodigy and a premier all-rounder for Nepal, renowned for his ability to impact the game with both his left-handed batting and right-arm medium-pace bowling. Making his ODI debut in 2021 at the age of 15, he became one of the youngest players in history to feature in international cricket. He quickly established himself as a record-breaker, becoming the first player in over five decades of ODI history to record both a five-wicket haul and a half-century in the same match before turning 20. His tall, athletic frame allows him to generate significant bounce, making him a difficult prospect for batters, while his fearless approach at the crease has secured his role as a vital middle-order engine for the national side.

On the road to the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Jha has been in exceptional form, recently guiding Nepal into the Super Six stage of the qualifiers with a series of clutch performances. His highlight reel includes a blistering 54 against Oman and a match-winning cameo where he smashed three consecutive sixes against Kuwait in late 2025. With nearly 1,400 combined international runs and over 60 wickets across formats, he has climbed into the top tiers of the ICC all-rounder rankings. Whether representing the Karnali Yaks in the Nepal Premier League or donning the national colors, Jha’s 'Kardic Kid' energy and ability to perform under extreme pressure make him one of the most exciting young talents to watch in the global arena.