Sabnam Rai

Sabnam Rai
Nationality: Nepal
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1999-08-23 Age: 25

Bio

Career Stats

Fixtures

Teams

Sabnam Rai’s cricketing journey from the hilly terrains of Nepal to international stadiums springs from a deep love for the game, nurtured in the vibrant cricketing culture of her homeland. Born on 23rd August 1999 in Nepal, Sabnam's journey in cricket began on the dusty fields near her home. Encouraged by her family, she joined a local cricket club at the age of 11, where her raw talent as a bowler quickly began to shine through.

Throughout her teenage years, Sabnam honed her skills, mastering the art of right-arm offbreak bowling, a style marked by its cunning variations and deceptive accuracy. Her prowess caught the attention of national selectors, leading to her debut for the Nepalese national team in a T20 match against Thailand in February 2017. It was a moment of immense pride and nervous energy, but Sabnam rose to the occasion, taking crucial wickets that announced her arrival on the international stage.

Over the years, Sabnam has crafted a commendable cricketing portfolio, with several achievements to her name. She played a pivotal role in Nepal’s historic win against Malaysia in the 2019 ICC Women’s Asia Cup Regional Qualifiers, where her four-wicket haul in pivotal matches helped her team secure a spot in the tournament. Her ability to deliver under pressure has set her apart in tight matches, adding an edge to her bowling attack.

Sabnam’s career has been peppered with memorable encounters, but perhaps none as thrilling as the intense face-offs against arch-rivals Bhutan. Her knack for troubling Bhutanese batsmen with her flight and spin made her one of the most feared bowlers in these clashes. One such encounter saw her clinch five wickets, turning the tide of the match in Nepal's favour.

Even though Sabnam is primarily known for her bowling genius, she occasionally surprises with the bat. Her right-hand batting, though not the centerpiece of her game, has seen her play crucial knocks that have snatched victories from the brink of defeat.

Her contributions extend beyond mere statistics; Sabnam has become a symbol of hope and inspiration for aspiring players in Nepal, proving that talent coupled with grit can indeed defy odds. Each twirl of her delivery tells a story of dedication and ambition, leaving an indelible mark on the cricketing world.