Nepalese pioneer is not surprised

Dubai: Sandeep Lamichhane scripted history as he became the first Nepalese player to be part of an IPL franchise.

The 17-year-old leg-break googly bowler, who will represent Delhi Daredevils, said he was “not surprised” at his selection. “It will be a great honour to be associated with the IPL. I will try my best to perform in every match I play. I am not thinking about money at all. Getting an opportunity to play itself a big thing. And, to be the first Nepal player to represent in India is an amazing feeling,” he added.

Sandeep is highly rated by former Australia skipper Michael Clarke and even trained under him Down Under.