Everest Premier League to IPL: Dorji's dream ride

NESTLED at the foothills of the Himalayas, Bhutan is taking baby steps in cricket. In a country, where archery is the national sport and football oozes in popularity, the gentleman’s game is one of the growing sports.

- ASHIM SUNAM

There has been an increase in the participation of players across various levels, and the likes of Bhutanese allrounder Mikyo Dorji is trying to put his country’s name on the global map.

Last year, the 22-year-old became the first player from the Land of the Thunder Dragon to play in a franchise-based league outside the country. He represented Lalitpur Patriots in the Everest Premier League in Nepal. Now, he is also one of the 318 overseas players, who has registered for the Indian Premier League auction, scheduled for next month. Dorji, who made his debut in 2018 against Malaysia, understands the magnitude of the cash-rich league and where he stands.