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ICC T20I World Cup: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has revealed his excitement as he prepares to take part in the inaugural season of the Nepal Premier League, starting in Kathmandu on Saturday. Top players from around the world are set to compete in the T20 League the final of which will be played on December 21. All the games will be played at the Tribhuvan University grounds.

Dhawan’s participation has grabbed the headlines in the Himalayan country and the Southpaw revealed what attracted him to the league.

"I’m excited to take part in the inaugural edition of the Nepal Premier League and turn up for the Karnali Yaks. Everyone has seen the passion that exists for the game in the country and this league will further help the game grow in the country.” the 38-year-old Dhawan told FanCode, the official broadcaster of the Nepal Premier League in India.