Nepal's vice-captain and 360 degree player Dipendra Singh Airee is headed to the Pakistan Super League, after Islamabad United secured his services in the PSL auction at his base price of PKR 60 lakh (6 million).
The signing is a major milestone for Airee personally - and a loud statement for Nepal cricket's growing footprint in global franchise leagues. Airee has been one of Nepal's most consistent impact players across formats: a finisher with range, a genuine bowling option under pressure, and one of the sharpest fielders in the squad.
Airee’s PSL rise also matches his growing standing in the ICC charts. In the latest ICC T20I rankings, Dipendra is ranked No. 6 among T20I all-rounders, while he sits at No. 71 in batting and No. 71 in bowling — a strong snapshot of his genuine three-dimensional value.
Airee reacts: "Delighted"
Reacting to the news of his selection, Airee said he was happy and delighted to be picked in the PSL auction - a moment many Nepal fans have waited for as his performances continued to trend upward on the international stage.
Rohit Paudel leads the congratulations
Soon after the announcement, Nepal captain Rohit Paudel congratulated Airee and wished him success for his PSL stint - a boost of pride for the national setup as one of its senior leaders earns a place in a top-tier T20 competition.
Why this matters - and why Islamabad moved early
Airee's value is simple: impact in short bursts.
- With the bat: he can shift momentum in 10 balls - the exact skill PSL teams hunt for
- With the ball: he offers control and match-ups, especially in middle overs
- In the field: he is a live wire in the field, saves runs, create runout chances
And the timing makes the story even sharper: Airee is currently part of Nepal’s T20 World Cup campaign and produced another reminder of his class in the high-intensity opener against England. Nepal now face Italy next, and Airee will again be central to their push for points.
