Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Date of Birth | 05/03/2004 |
| Age | 22 years |
| Birthplace | Butwal, Rupandehi |
Latest News about Kushal Malla
11/07/2026
Kushal Malla delivered an all-round show to lead his domestic team, Tribhuwan Army Club, to a victory in a low-scoring thriller in the Men's PM Cup. The Nepal world record-holder, known as the youngest batter to score a men's ODI fifty, showcased his skills with both bat and ball in the match.
07/07/2026
Kushal Malla, widely regarded as one of Nepal's most destructive batters in the shorter format, was notably left out of Nepal's final squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, sparking debate among fans and analysts. The 22-year-old power-hitter missed selection despite his strong reputation, while offspinner Sher Malla received a maiden national call-up for the tournament.
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Bio/Wiki
| Kushal Malla is a Nepalese all-rounder known for his left-hand batting and slow left-arm orthodox bowling. | |
| He is widely regarded as one of Nepal's most destructive batters in the shorter format of cricket. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | New Horizon School in Butwal, Rupandehi (class 3 onwards) |
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| College/University | Kshitij International College, Kalikanagar, Butwal (on a scholarship) |
| Educational Qualification | In 2023, he was pursuing a BBS |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
Family
| Father | Romanta Malla |
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| Mother | Sarmila Malla |
Career
| International Debut |
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| Jersey Number | # 5, 2, 55 (Nepal) | ||||
| Domestic/State Team | Tribhuwan Army Club | ||||
| Franchise Team(s) |
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| Coach/Mentor | Shakti Gaucham | ||||
| Batting Style | Left-hand Bat | ||||
| Bowling Style | Slow left-arm orthodox | ||||
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| Role | All Rounder |
Favourites
| Cricketer | Yuvraj Singh |
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| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/kushal.malla/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/kushal.malla.988 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kushal Malla is a talented cricketer from Nepal. | |
| 2. He is known for his skills as an all-rounder in the Nepal National Cricket Team. | |
| 3. Kushal gained attention by scoring a half-century in his debut one-day international match against the USA. | |
| 4. His interest in cricket began during his school days where he actively played for the school team. | |
| 5. During an inter-school match, he hit 15 sixes, impressing his coach at the age of 12. | |
| 6. At the domestic level, he played for the Tribhuwan Army Club in Nepal. | |
| 7. Kushal's standout performance with 111 runs off 63 balls caught the eye of national selectors. | |
| 8. He represented Nepal in various Under-19 cricket tournaments. | |
| 9. In 2019-20, Malla was part of Nepal's T20 and ODI squads for different series. | |
| 10. In September 2020, he received a central contract from the Cricket Association of Nepal. | |
| 11. After Nepal's World Cup qualification, Kushal was honored with a cash prize by New Horizon School. | |
| 12. He achieved his first one-day international century against Oman in April 2023. | |
| 13. Kushal Malla is often compared to Shahid Afridi by the media. | |
| 14. In July 2026, Kushal Malla led his domestic team, Tribhuwan Army Club, to a win in a low-scoring thriller in the Men's PM Cup with an all-round performance. |