The Nepal Premier League 2025 has just received a massive boost as former South African captain and IPL star Faf du Plessis officially joins Biratnagar Kings. The announcement has made headlines across Nepal, giving cricket fans one of the most exciting signings in the league's short history.

Early Friday morning, Biratnagar Kings caught everyone's attention on Facebook by posting an image of an empty throne beside the IPL and CPL trophies. The post hinted that a world-class player was on his way to Nepal, and it quickly went viral among fans.

Around midday, the team teased followers again, saying that fans were "not even close" to guessing the right name. A few hours later, a short video added to the mystery by showing players of the franchise trying to figure out the new signing themselves. By late afternoon, the wait was finally over when the franchise revealed the name that had everyone talking — Faf du Plessis.

Fans flooded the comments section to celebrate, with many calling it a landmark moment for Nepal's growing cricket scene. Cricket commentator Andrew Leonard called it an "awesome signing," praising du Plessis as "a brilliant ambassador for the sport who will light up Nepal."

Du Plessis, full name Francois du Plessis, is regarded as one of South Africa's most respected cricketers. He made his international debut in 2011 and went on to captain his national side in all three formats. Over the course of his career, he played 69 Test matches, 143 ODIs, and 50 T20Is, scoring more than 11,000 international runs combined.

His international record is matched by his consistency in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Du Plessis has featured in almost every season since 2012, playing key roles for Chennai Super Kings in their 2018 and 2021 title wins. He later captained Royal Challengers Bengaluru and most recently represented Delhi Capitals in 2024. Across 154 IPL matches, he has scored 4,773 runs with 39 half-centuries — numbers that speak to his quality and longevity.

With Biratnagar Kings, du Plessis becomes the biggest international name in the Nepal Premier League so far. His arrival not only boosts the team's chances in the upcoming season but also adds global attention to Nepal's growing cricket scene. The franchise has not confirmed whether he will feature in every match, but his presence alone is enough to elevate the league's profile.

The addition of a player like du Plessis shows how quickly the NPL is developing into a competitive tournament capable of attracting top-level talent. For Nepali players, sharing the field with an international star of his stature will be a valuable learning experience.

For full coverage of the tournament, schedules, and team details, visit our NPL 2025 Schedule and Fixtures.