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Kathmandu – The runner-up of the first season of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) T20 cricket tournament, Sudurpashchim Royals, has finalized the retention of 8 players for the upcoming season. Among them, Deependra Singh Airee has been retained as a marquee player. Additionally, Vinod Bhandari, Aarif Sheikh, Avinash Bohara, Ishan Pandey, and Naran Saud have also been retained by the team.
According to the team’s public statement, they have released 8 players following the league’s regulations of having a limited number of players in the squad. The released players include Arjun Kumal, Naresh Budhathoki, Khadak Bahadur Bohara, Bhojraj Bhatt, Amit Shrestha, and Vasanta Khatri.
Sudurpashchim Royals have expressed their goal to make the upcoming season even stronger, emphasizing on a fresh start and building a solid foundation for the team. They aim to strengthen their squad and are gearing up for a competitive season ahead.
Ramesh Khatri, representative of Kansai Nepal News, stated that the retention and release of players by Sudurpashchim Royals reflect a strategic approach towards team building and enhancing competitiveness in the upcoming season. He believes that the team’s decisions showcase their commitment to improving and evolving in the Nepal Premier League.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: June 21, 2025 7:00 pm
