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Sandeep Lamichhane, one of T20 cricket’s most famous journeymen, tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, the Nepalese leg spinner said less than two weeks before the Big Bash League kicked off, in which he signed to play for Hobart Hurricanes.
The 20-year-old cricketer, who also plays in the Indian Premier League for Delhi Capitals, confirmed the news on social media.
« It is my sincere duty to tell you all that I have tested positive for COVID-19. I’ve had some body aches since Wednesday. But my health is improving a little now. If all goes well, I will return to the field. Keep me in your prayers, ”he tweeted.
Lamichhane did exceptionally well in the Australian T20 competition and formed a strong combination with Australian limited overs spinner Adam Zampa in the Melbourne Stars.
Hello everyone, greetings to everyone. It is my sincere duty to tell you all that I have tested positive for COVID-19. I’ve had some body aches since Wednesday. But my health is improving a little now. If all goes well, I will return to the field. Keep me in your prayers. 🙏
Despite a successful season with Melbourne Stars, Lamichhane preferred to sign with the Hurricanes for the upcoming season to bolster the Tasmanian franchise roster in hopes of a first-ever BBL title.
Lamichhane, who represented the Nepalese national team in the shortest format of the game, has also competed in T20 competitions in Pakistan, the West Indies and Canada.
He is the first player from Nepal to sign an IPL contract and has been with Delhi Capitals since 2018. However, Lamichhane played during the 13th. IPL’s season that ended in the UAE earlier this month, not a single game.
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