Ireland international Kevin O’ Brien is all set to represent Kathmandu Kings XI’s for the upcoming season of Everest Premier League. The Irish legend who has made over 300 appearances for Ireland in international cricket is the most capped Irish cricketer in Cricket Ireland’s history.
O’ Brien recently made a maiden ton in Ireland’s and his debut test match against Pakistan. He came into limelight with his astounding innings against England where he smashed a 50 ball century- the fastest in World Cup history- to give Ireland a historic win. The veteran has represented Ireland in five ODI World cups and three T20 World Cups. The record breaking cricketer is all set to play for Kathmandu Kings XI in the TVS Everest Premier League.
Video: Kevin O’Brien said he is super excited to play in Nepal
“Kevin O’Brien is a world class all rounder, always been a key player for club and country wherever he has played. Kevin is super excited to play in Nepal for Kathmandu Kings XI”, said an excited COO of Kathmandu Kings Xi, Raj Jung Thapa.
Batting stats
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest | Average | Strike rate | 100 | 50 |
| Tests | 1 | 2 | 158 | 118 | 79.00 | 55.3 | 1 | 0 |
| ODIs | 125 | 114 | 3126 | 142 | 31.57 | 89.39 | 2 | 16 |
| T20Is | 63 | 56 | 756 | 42 | 16.43 | 118.86 | 0 | 0 |
Delighted to sign up for @kathmandukings for this year @eplt20official. Can’t wait to get over to Nepal and experience the passion for cricket from supporters and players! #cricnepal #wicketnepal #nepalcricketfans #kathmandukingsxi #kathmandu #kkxi #epl #nepal #nepalicricketfans
— Kevin O’Brien (@KevinOBrien113) June 26, 2018
Bowling stats
| Format | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | BBI | Average | Economy |
| Tests | 1 | 36 | 20 | 0 | – | – | 3.33 |
| ODIs | 125 | 4029 | 3530 | 111 | 4/13 | 31.8 | 5.25 |
| T20Is | 63 | 843 | 1007 | 54 | 4/45 | 18.64 | 7.16 |
