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Shahid Afridi To Play For Kathmandu Kings Xi In Everest Premier League

Shahid Afridi to play for Kathmandu Kings XI in Everest Premier League

Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi will be back in action as he is all set to feature in the Everest Premier League which is Nepal’s domestic T20 tournament.

"Welcome on board with Kathmandu Kings XI," Lamichhane told Afridi in a video message at the launch of the team's campaign.

"All the boys are really excited to see you here on the field. And I personally know you are going to have a great time during your visit to Nepal. Can't wait to see you joining the team."

The former right-handed all-rounder expressed his delight and said that he was very excited to be a part of the side.

"This will be my first visit to Kathmandu," Afridi said. "I am very excited and looking forward to visiting."

The Kathmandu Kings will have the services of spinner Sandeep Lamichhane who will be reuniting with Afridi. The two last played together for the ICC World XI side against West Indies in a hurricane relief exhibition match at Lord's.

Lamichhane earlier had to miss The Hundred tournament and returned back to Nepal because of visa issues. The two players have played against each in the Afghanistan Premier League and Pakistan Super League.

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