Arjun Saud is a young Nepalese cricketer who is already echoing his name on international platforms with his promising games in T20Is and ODIs.
A native of Dhangadi, Nepal, Saud lived most of his life in his hometown before moving to the Capital to take his sporting career to a new level.
Having played in regional leagues and the U-19 national team, he made his List-A debut in 2022 at 19 and is an aspiring figure in the national and domestic sides.
With experience from playing in the Sudurpashchim Province cricket team, he progressed into clubs like the Nepal Army Club and the Nepal Police Club. With the Biratnagar Super Kings, he played in the Everest Premier League (EPL) and the 2022 Nepal T20 League.
Now, Arjun plays for the Nepal Premier League’s Lumbini Lions, where he plays alongside Rohit Paudel, Surya Tamang, Sandeep Jora, and Bibek Yadav.
The 21-year-old receives a lot of praise and support from the Nepalese audience, who believe that one day, he will fill in the boots of Aasif Sheikh.
Key Takeaways:
- Arjun Saud is a 21-year-old Wicket-keeper batsman who plays for the Nepal national team.
- Saud is 21, born on June 29, 2003, in Dhangadi, Nepal.
- Arjun won the One Day Primeminister Cup 2024 with the Nepal Police Force, defeating the Tribhuwan Army Club.
- Saud represents Biratnagar Super Kings in the 2023 Nepal T20 League.
Where Is Cricketer Arjun Saud From? What Is His Age?
Arjun Saud was born on June 29, 2003 in Dhangadi, Nepal. As of this writing, he is 21 years old.
He spent the majority of his early days in his hometown. Moreover, Arjun completed his secondary education in Dhangadi.
The young cricket star recently moved to Kathmandu to pursue his cricket career.
Saud grew up playing sports from their early days and is a massive follower of Football and Cricket. For instance, he is a fan of the Spanish Football Club Real Madrid.
However, he chose cricket as his professional career. It seems that he made the better choice, as he is growing up to be one of the best wicketkeepers in Monty Desai’s hands.
In addition, he grew up idolizing many Nepalese and Indian cricketers, and now he has played with or against most of them. This is really a dream come true for the young prodigy.
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Arjun Saud’s Cricket Career And Achievements At 21
In August 2022, Saud, a right-handed wicket-keeper batsman, was selected for Nepal’s Twenty20 International (T20I) team to play Kenya in a series. On August 28, 2022, he faced Kenya in his first Twenty20 International match.
He was included in Nepal’s One Day International (ODI) team for their series against the United Arab Emirates in November 2022. On November 14, 2022, he made his ODI debut in Kirtipur against the United Arab Emirates.
Likewise, Arjun played for Biratnagar Super Kings and represented them in the 2022 Nepal T20 League. The Dhangadi-born was close to winning the first trophy for the team but failed Lumbini All Stars, which beat them in the 2023 final.
In the championship match at the TU cricket ground in Kirtipur, the Lumbini All-Stars defeated the Biratnagar Super Kings by 24 runs. Under Dipendra Singh Airee’s leadership, the Lumbini All-Stars emerged victorious in the first Nepal T20 League. A heart-break to remember for the young player.
However, he would raise his head in the One Day Primeminister Cup 2024. The Prime Minister One Day Cup, Nepal’s top one-day cricket competition, entered its sixth edition in 2024.
After defeating Tribhuwan Army Club by six wickets in the final, Nepal Police Club won the Prime Minister Cup Men’s National Cricket Tournament for the third time.
This team included other superstars like Dipendra Singh Airee (c), Lalit Rajbanshi, Kushal Bhurtel, Aarif Sheikh, and Sagar Dhakal.
ODIs and T20I Stats:
Ever since his international cap in 2022, Arjun has played in 11 ODI matches, hitting 189 runs in 11 innings for a strike rate of 17.18.
In his limited appearance in the T20I format (three matches), he delivered 70 runs with a strike rate of 111.11.
Where Does Saud Play Now?
In October 2024, Saud was acquired by the Nepal Premier League team, Lumbini Lions, on NPR 500K. Side by side, he also has been part of the Nepal Police Club in many domestic tournaments.
On the national side, he is one of the most promising young stars in the rising.
Arjun Saud Idolizes Nepalese Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane
Arjun Saud is a massive fan of Sandeep Lamichhane, the right-arm leg spin bowler and former Nepal national cricket team captain.
Lamichhane, considered one of the best players produced by Nepal, has played for several teams within and outside the country.
Saud has never shied away from expressing his support to Sandeep. In an Instagram post on August 2, 2024, he wrote a message to his idol, showing his love on his birthday.
He wrote, “Dear Sandeep dai, I remembered this day this was my debut game against Kenya. I was a little bit nervous, but you gave me the confidence that helped me to do well in this game. I’m very blessed to have you in my life as a big brother senior player. There were times when I was low in my life, but you helped me in every possible way. You are an inspiration to millions of Nepalese people I wish you a happy birthday, Sandeep dai.”
Likewise, Arjun is also a massive fan of Indian batsman Rohit Sharma. He was seen seeking guidance from the Indian cricket icon after Nepal’s excellent game against India.
The player even posted a video on his Facebook page with the caption, “Getting tips from Rohit Sharma. The hitman, all the best for the World Cup.”
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Saud Is Supposedly Single As of 2024
Saud goes all-out while showcasing his wicketkeeping and batting prowess nationally and internationally. However, when it comes to his relationship, he turns shy. Online sources allege that he is single as of October 2024.
The 21-year-old has not opened up about his relationship in public. Given his young age and high competition on the national squad, the player is more focused on his career.
Moreover, the player is active on many social media accounts, including Instagram, under the username @arjunsaud59. Likewise, he is active on Facebook under the handle ARJUN Saud.
Moreover, he is also active on Twitter (X) with the username @Arjunsaudnepal. Neither of his social media accounts suggests that he is in a relationship.
Considering that Nepalese cricket fans are interested in the young prodigy’s personal life, it might be a matter of time before he reveals his romantic lifestyle.
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People Also Ask
As a Grade D player, Arjun Saud earns NPR 35K from the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN). However, this does not include his income from clubs and endorsements.
Arjun Saud plays for Biratnagar Super Kings in the Nepal T20 League while representing the Nepal Police Club.
Arjun Saud does not seem to have a girlfriend as of 2024.
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