Full Name: Rohit Kumar Paudel Date of Birth: September 2, 2002 Birthplace: Nawalparasi, Nepal Role: Right-Handed Middle-Order Batter | Captain of Nepal National Team Rohit Paudel has swiftly risen from a teenage prodigy to the captain of Nepal’s national cricket team, embodying both the present and the promising future of Nepal cricket. Calm under pressure and fearless with the bat, he has already carved his name in Nepalese cricket history before even reaching his mid-20s. Born in Nawalparasi, a district away from the cricketing spotlight of Kathmandu, Rohit’s cricketing dreams began with tennis-ball games in his backyard. His natural hand-eye coordination and ability to play fast bowling set him apart early on. He was picked for Nepal’s U-19 squad and made an immediate impact in youth tournaments. But what followed was beyond anyone’s expectations. At just 16 years and 146 days, Rohit etched his name into record books by scoring 55 runs against the UAE in an ODI in 2019, becoming the youngest male cricketer to score a fifty in an international match, breaking the record previously held by India’s Sachin Tendulkar and Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi. That innings was a signal of something special in the making. Career Highlights Include: - Youngest male cricketer to score an international half-century (aged 16) - Appointed Nepal captain at age 20, making him the youngest skipper in the nation’s history - Played a key role in Nepal's qualification for the 2023 Asia Cup - Scored over 1000 runs in ODIs with multiple match-winning innings - Known for finishing close games and anchoring Nepal's middle order Rohit’s batting style is composed and technically sound. He reads the game well, paces his innings smartly, and has developed a reputation as a finisher. Whether facing spin or pace, he handles pressure situations with the maturity of a seasoned pro. As captain, he has shown tactical acumen and a calm head, guiding a young team with professionalism and humility. Under his leadership, Nepal has reached new heights, including a memorable performance in the 2023 Asia Cup and strong campaigns in the Cricket World Cup League 2. With jersey number 17, Rohit Paudel is not just leading the team—he’s carrying the hopes of a nation dreaming big. He’s already become a role model for aspiring cricketers across Nepal, proving that with talent, dedication, and belief, even a boy from Nawalparasi can lead a country to greatness.