Former Indian opening batter Shikhar Dhawan endured a disappointing start in his maiden outing in the Nepal Premier League (NPL). Dhawan was dismissed by Canadian off-spinner Harsh Thaker in the third league-stage match between Janakpur Bolts and Karnali Yaks.

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's return to cricket in the Nepal Premier League highlights his post-retirement career, but due to BCCI rules, he remains ineligible for the IPL and domestic cricket in India.

Check out how former India batter Shikhar Dhawan performed in his NPL debut for Karnali Yaks, only on CricTracker

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has arrived in Kathmandu for the Nepal Premier League debut with Karnali Yaks. Dhawan, who has retired from Indian cricket, is eager to explore Nepal and play alongside local talents.

Shikhar Dhawan had a poor outing on the Nepal Premier League debut as he was dismissed for just 14 runs in the first game for Karnali Yaks against Janakpur Bolts.

Check out how ardent supporters waiting outside the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the arrival of Shikhar Dhawan who is all set to represent Karnali Yaks at the Nepal Premier League in 2024,

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.