Ratopati
October 16, 2026
Kathmandu. Shoaib Akhtar, the most talked-about fast bowler in world cricket history, is coming to Nepal. Himalaya Sports has signed former Pakistani international cricketer Akhtar for the special broadcast of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL). He will participate as a special guest in the pre and post-match program named ‘Red Bull Cricket Live in Association with Bajaj Pulsar’. Akhtar, known in the world of cricket by the nickname ‘Rawalpindi Express’, is popular for his extraordinary speed, aggressive bowling style, and impressive personality. In the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, he bowled the fastest recorded ball in cricket history at a speed of 161.3 kilometers per hour against England. That record still stands today. Akhtar, who represented Pakistan from 1997 to 2011, took 178 wickets in 46 Test matches, 247 wickets in 163 One Day Internationals, and 19 wickets in 15 T20 Internationals. His competition against world-famous batsmen like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Brian Lara is among the memorable moments in cricket history. In Himalaya Sports’ special cricket broadcast, Akhtar will present his international cricket experience, technical analysis of the game, and his views on the potential of Nepali cricket. During his visit to Nepal, Akhtar will also participate in special cricket-related interactions and fan meet-and-greet programs. Himalaya Sports’ Director and Chief Executive Officer Suraj Giri considers Akhtar’s participation a significant achievement for the Nepali sports broadcasting sector. Himalaya Sports has already announced former Indian sports broadcasting personality Navneet Krishna, former Irish international cricketer Kevin O’Brien, and former Nepali national cricket team player Bardan Chalise in its broadcast team. Himalaya Sports has acquired the broadcast rights for the third edition of the Nepal Premier League. This competition will be held from October 26 to November 21, 2026.
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