Full Name: Basanta Regmi Date of Birth: April 6, 1986 Birthplace: Bhairahawa, Nepal Role: Left-Arm Orthodox Spinner | Lower-Order Batter Basanta Regmi is one of Nepal’s most celebrated bowlers—an accurate, guileful left-arm spinner who was the linchpin of Nepal’s bowling attack for over a decade. Known for his unwavering control, quiet demeanor, and match-winning consistency, Basanta’s journey has been a blend of resilience, adaptability, and sheer cricketing intellect. Born in Bhairahawa, a city with a rich cricketing culture near the Indian border, Basanta initially started his cricket career as a medium pacer. But a serious injury early on forced him to adapt, and from that setback rose a masterful left-arm orthodox spinner who would go on to become one of the most dependable bowlers in Nepalese history. His ability to adapt under pressure made him an irreplaceable part of Nepal’s climb through the ICC World Cricket League ranks. Basanta was a central figure in Nepal’s rise from Division 5 to ODI status. He was instrumental in Nepal’s qualification for the 2014 ICC World T20, regularly taking wickets in the middle overs with tight spells and subtle variations. His tally of wickets in ICC World Cricket League events is among the highest ever recorded, which earned him global respect in Associate cricket circles. Career Highlights Include: - Most wickets for Nepal in ICC WCL tournaments (60+ wickets) - Represented Nepal in the 2014 ICC World T20 - Played over 40 List A matches and 20+ T20Is for Nepal - Known for miserly economy rate and big-match temperament - First Nepalese cricketer to take a hat-trick in T20 (EPL 2017) Basanta was not just a bowler—he often contributed vital runs in the lower order and was a sharp fielder, particularly in the infield. His experience and cricketing brain often helped his captains manage field settings and bowling strategies, especially in tight games. Off the field, Basanta Regmi is soft-spoken and humble, often mentoring young bowlers. He continues to be actively involved in Nepal’s domestic cricket scene and has become a role model for spinners emerging from outside Kathmandu Valley. With jersey number 16, Basanta Regmi will always be remembered as the silent warrior of Nepal cricket—a spinner who spun not just the ball, but also Nepal’s fortunes during its golden rise through the world stage.