Shikhar Dhawan did not have a great start to the Nepal Premier League as he was dismissed for just 14 runs in the first match. The veteran cricketer though bounced back in style and slammed a brutal half-century.

Indian Premier League (IPL) legend Shikhar Dhawan hit his maiden Nepal Premier League (NPL) half-century on Wednesday (December 4, 2024) as Karnali Yaks dragged themselves to a total of 149/5 in 20 overs against Kathmandu Gurkhas in Kirtipur.

Shikhar Dhawan's explosive knock highlights the inaugural Nepal Premier League, featuring top international stars in a thrilling T20 tournament at Kirtipur's Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground.

Shikhar Dhawan made his debut for the Karnali Yaks and scored 14 runs off 14 balls with three fours against Janakpur Bolts in Kirtipur on Monday.

Shikhar Dhawan is the only Indian name in the inaugural edition of the Nepal Premier League. Dhawan is playing for Karnali Yaks in NPL 2024.

Shikhar Dhawan struggled in his Nepal Premier League debut, scoring only 14 runs for Karnali Yaks in their opening match against Janakpur Bolts.