Nandan Yadav

Nandan Yadav is a promising right-arm medium-fast bowler and handy lower-order batter who has rapidly ascended through the ranks of Nepal’s domestic circuit to the national side. Born in Sarlahi, Yadav gained prominence for his ability to extract movement and maintain relentless accuracy, earning him his ODI debut against the Netherlands in mid-2025. Known for his disciplined lines and tactical maturity, he has quickly become a key component of Nepal’s pace battery, filling a vital role as a seam-bowling option who can support the senior speedsters. His composed presence on the field and knack for picking up wickets in the middle overs have marked him as a reliable 'workhorse' for the national team as they expand their international footprint.

His international career highlights already include impressive T20I figures of 15 wickets in just 12 matches, with a standout best of 2/18 against the Netherlands in the 2025 Scotland Tri-Series. Beyond his bowling, Yadav has proven to be a dangerous 'X-factor' with the bat, recently smashing an unbeaten 37 off 13 balls against Kuwait to showcase a staggering T20I strike rate of over 250. His versatility was further evident in the 2025 Nepal Premier League, where he represented the Karnali Yaks and contributed to their high-pressure victories. As Nepal enters the 2026 World Cup cycle, Yadav’s dual-threat capability as a power-hitting bowler makes him one of the most exciting young prospects to watch in the Associate cricket landscape.