Oct 31, Kathmandu - Biratnagar Kings have signed former South African captain and world-renowned franchise batsman Faf du Plessis for the second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).

Biratnagar Kings confirmed the signing of Plessis to the team today.

Even at the age of 41, Faf du Plessis is still active as a key player and successful captain in T20 leagues around the world, and his runs and records with the bat always excite cricket fans. It remains to be seen what kind of miracle he will perform at the TU Cricket Ground this time.

IPL Team He has played 154 IPL matches for four teams - Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings, Rising Pune Supergiant and Royal Challengers Bangalore. He has scored 4700 runs in the IPL and has completed 39 half-centuries. He has also won the title with Chennai in 2018 and 2021.

Plessis, who has also played in franchise cricket leagues in Australia, Pakistan, and the West Indies, has played 69 Tests, 143 ODIs, and 50 T20Is for the national team.