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Karan KC

Karan KC is a Nepalese cricketer who is a right-arm fast seam bowler and a hard-hitting lower-order batsman. Born on October 10, 1991, the 34-year-old has been a key player for Nepal, particularly known for his bowling and ability to provide crucial batting cameos. His career highlights include taking five-wicket hauls in both ODI and T20I cricket and playing a pivotal role in Nepal's qualification for ODI status. 

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Full Name
Karan KC
Born
October 10, 1991
Birthplace
Sigana V.D.C, Baglung, Nepal
Batting Style
Right-handed
Bowling Style
Right-arm fast seam
Role
Allrounder
Nicknames
Hulk, Valentine Boy
Country
Nepal
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Stats

Match Format Date Runs BF 4s 6s SR
Nepal vs Scotland · Match 104 ODI May 12, 2026 18 26 1 1 69.23
Nepal vs Oman · Match 103 ODI May 5, 2026 0 1 0 0 0.00
Nepal vs United Arab Emirates · Match 98 ODI April 25, 2026 22 37 1 1 59.46
West Indies vs Nepal · 25th Match, Group C T20I February 15, 2026 1 2 0 0 50.00
Nepal vs Italy · 17th Match, Group C T20I February 12, 2026 18 11 1 1 163.64
England vs Nepal · 5th Match, Group C T20I February 8, 2026 1 1 0 0 100.00

Teams

  • International: Nepal
  • Domestic: Biratnagar Warriors, Panchakanya Tej, and Nepal Police Club. 

Karan Kc's International Debuts

  • ODI: August 1, 2018, vs. the Netherlands at Amstelveen.
  • T20I: June 30, 2015, vs. the Netherlands at Amstelveen. 

Key Achievements And Milestones

  • First Nepalese cricketer to take a five-wicket haul in T20Is (against the Netherlands in 2019).
  • Played a crucial role in Nepal securing ODI status in 2018.
  • Known for match-winning lower-order batting performances.
  • Has achieved multiple five-wicket hauls in both List A and T20 cricket.