Sherfane Rutherford Joins Sudurpaschim Royals for NPL Season 3
24th October 2026, Kathmandu
In a major move ahead of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL), West Indies’ explosive batter Sherfane Rutherford has been signed by Sudurpaschim Royals.
The 28-year-old left-handed power-hitter and medium-pace bowler brings extensive experience in short-format franchise cricket, strengthening the Royals’ middle order ahead of the tournament.
Sherfane Rutherford: Career Highlights & T20 Stats
Known for his power-hitting in the middle order, Rutherford has represented the West Indies in 31 ODIs and 61 T20 Internationals, scoring 873 runs in ODIs and 1,123 runs in T20Is. His top international T20 score stands at 84 runs.
Key T20 Career Numbers:
Matches Played: 283
Total Runs: 5,090
Strike Rate: 142.05
Sixes Hit: 324
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Rutherford has competed across major global T20 leagues, including the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Indian Premier League (IPL), Pakistan Super League (PSL), Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), Lanka Premier League (LPL), International League T20 (ILT20), and Major League Cricket (MLC).
His franchise accomplishments include winning the CPL title with the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots in 2022 and the PSL title with the Karachi Kings in 2020–21. During the 2025 IPL season, Rutherford scored 291 runs across 13 matches for Gujarat Titans, following previous stints with Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Sudurpaschim Royals Target NPL Success
Chief Executive Officer of Sudurpaschim Royals emphasized that Rutherford’s signing adds significant depth to the roster.
“We are thrilled to welcome an experienced and aggressive player like Sherfane Rutherford to Sudurpaschim Royals. We believe his batting capability and franchise cricket experience will make our squad stronger. His presence in the NPL will also bring excitement to our fans, and we expect his contribution to be crucial in achieving the team’s goals this season.” CEO, Sudurpaschim Royals
Rutherford expressed enthusiasm about competing in Nepal for the first time:
“I am very excited to join Sudurpaschim Royals. I am looking forward to playing in the NPL and showcasing my skills in front of the passionate Nepalese fans. My goal is to perform well alongside the team and deliver exciting cricket for our supporters.” Sherfane Rutherford
