Pratis GC

Pratish Gharti Chhetri, commonly known as Pratis GC, is a Nepalese cricketer born on 22 May 2004 in Pyuthan, Nepal.^[1] He is a right-handed batsman and left-arm medium-pace bowler who represents the Nepal national cricket team in international matches.^[2] As a promising all-rounder, Pratis has primarily featured as a bowling option in limited-overs formats, contributing to Nepal's efforts in regional and global tournaments since his emergence in youth cricket.^[3] Pratis made his One Day International (ODI) debut for Nepal against Papua New Guinea on 27 February 2023 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, becoming the 37th player to represent Nepal in the format.^[4] His Twenty20 International (T20I) debut came later against Hong Kong on 21 October 2023 at the Mulpani Cricket Stadium in Kathmandu during the Nepal Tri-Nation T20I Series.^[2] In domestic cricket, he has played for Bagmati Province and previously represented Nepal at the Under-19 level, honing his skills in regional competitions.^[5] As of November 2025, Pratis has appeared in 3 ODIs, taking 2 wickets at an average of 45.00 and an economy rate of 4.29, with best figures of 1/37.^[3] In T20Is, he has played 10 matches, claiming 8 wickets at an average of 34.38 and an economy of 8.09, highlighted by his career-best performance of 3/13.^[3] His batting contributions remain modest, with 11 runs in ODIs at a strike rate of 183.33 and 7 runs in T20Is.^[3] Pratis continues to develop as a key pace option for Nepal, participating in various international series and domestic leagues.^[6]

Early life

Background and family

Pratish Gharti Chhetri, professionally known as Pratis GC, was born on 22 May 2004 in Pyuthan district, a rural hill area in midwestern Nepal.^[2] Pyuthan, located approximately 427 kilometers west of Kathmandu, features diverse terrain including rolling hills, terraced farms, and forested slopes, supporting primarily agricultural communities in its temperate and subtropical climate zones.^[7] Limited public information is available regarding his family's occupations or specific early childhood experiences, such as local schooling, though the district's remote and agrarian setting shaped the early environment for many residents from the region.^[8]

Entry into cricket

Pratish Gharti Chhetri developed an early interest in cricket at the age of 10, inspired by Nepal's participation in the 2014 ICC T20 World Cup, which sparked his passion for the sport.^[9] His involvement in youth cricket began with representation for the Nepal Under-16 team, where he honed his skills as a right-handed batsman and left-arm medium bowler in national age-group competitions.^[10][1] Chhetri progressed to the Under-19 level, earning selection for the Nepal Under-19 squad and the Bagmati Province Under-19 team, marking his first notable achievements in inter-provincial and national youth tournaments.^[10][1]

Domestic career

Provincial cricket

Pratis GC made his debut for Bagmati Province in the Prime Minister Cup T20 on 14 January 2022, against Province Number 2 at Kirtipur, where he delivered an all-round performance by scoring an unbeaten 22 runs off just 7 balls—including three sixes—and claiming 1 wicket for 23 runs in 4 overs, securing the Player of the Match award in Bagmati's five-wicket victory.^[11] This appearance marked his entry into provincial cricket as a promising left-arm medium bowler capable of lower-order contributions. Since his debut, GC has established himself as a key bowler for Bagmati Province in inter-provincial competitions, including the Prime Minister Cup (List A and T20 formats) and the National Cricket Tournament (first-class). In the 2022-23 Prime Minister Cup, he featured in multiple group-stage matches, such as bowling 5 overs for 29 runs and taking 2 wickets against Nepal Police Club, helping restrict opponents while supporting the team's pace attack.^[12] His left-arm medium pace has been particularly effective in breaking partnerships, with notable hauls including 2 wickets for 8 runs in 5.1 overs against Tribhuwan Army Club in the 2023-24 Prime Minister Cup.^[13] In longer-format provincial cricket, GC has contributed steadily as a first-change bowler. During the 2024-25 National Cricket Tournament, he took 3 wickets for 15 runs in the second innings against Tribhuwan Army Club, aiding Bagmati's bowling effort on a turning pitch, and recorded figures of 2/40 and 1/23 across two innings in a match against Nepal Police Club.^[4] Against other provinces like Madhesh Province, he added 16 runs in the second innings while taking 1/10 in the first, showcasing his utility as an occasional middle-order batsman.^[4] By the 2024-25 season, GC had evolved into a regular fixture in Bagmati's XI for both one-day and multi-day fixtures, often opening the bowling or bowling in the middle overs with an economy rate under 5 in List A matches. In the 2025 Prime Minister Cup, he claimed 3 wickets for 46 runs in 10 overs against Nepal Police Club, dismissing key batsmen like Ishan Pandey to help defend a total of 297. His consistent selections across tournaments like the Prime Minister Cup and inter-provincial series against teams such as Gandaki and Lumbini underscore his growing reliability, with over 20 appearances for Bagmati by late 2025, primarily as a wicket-taking option rather than a frontline batsman.^[4]

Franchise and club cricket

Pratis GC began his franchise cricket career in the Nepal Premier League (NPL), Nepal's premier T20 franchise competition, initially representing the Pokhara Avengers in earlier editions of the tournament. His provincial experience with Bagmati Province facilitated his transition to franchise cricket, where his left-arm medium-pace bowling and lower-order batting have been key assets.^[2] In the 2024 NPL season, GC joined the Biratnagar Kings, where he emerged as a vital bowler, taking 8 wickets across 6 matches with an economy rate of around 7.5. One of his standout performances came against the Karnali Yaks, where he claimed 4 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs, significantly restricting the opposition and contributing to a strong team position. Another highlight was his spell of 4 for 18, which forced the league's first-ever super over in a match on December 11, 2024. With the bat, he provided useful cameos, including an unbeaten 7 off 6 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 117.64 in limited opportunities.^[14][15] GC continued with the Biratnagar Kings into the 2025 NPL Season 2, retained as part of the core squad ahead of the tournament's start on November 17, 2025. The league features 8 teams playing 32 matches through December 13, 2025, with GC expected to play a prominent role in the Kings' campaign based on his prior contributions.^[16] In club cricket, GC has represented Tribhuvan Army Club in domestic competitions, including the Prime Minister Cup and other national club tournaments up to 2025. His involvement has bolstered the club's bowling attack in shorter formats, aiding their performances in club championships where he has delivered economical spells and taken key wickets in crucial matches.^[2]

International career

One Day Internationals

Pratis GC made his One Day International (ODI) debut for Nepal on 27 February 2023 against Papua New Guinea at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, earning his 37th cap for the national team.^[17] In this match, part of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, he bowled 6 overs, including 1 maiden, conceding 37 runs for 1 wicket—dismissing Hiri Hiri—while also taking 1 catch off Gulsan Jha's bowling to contribute to Nepal's fielding effort.^[17] Although he did not bat, his debut performance highlighted his potential as a left-arm medium-pace bowling all-rounder, selected on the strength of his domestic form in Nepal's provincial cricket.^[2] GC's second ODI came shortly after, on 6 March 2023, against the United Arab Emirates in Dubai during the same League 2 series.^[18] Here, he bowled 5 overs conceding 14 runs without taking a wicket, and made a brief batting appearance, scoring an unbeaten 11 runs off 6 balls at a strike rate of 183.33, aiding Nepal's total of 229/8 in a 42-run victory.^[18] His third and most recent ODI was on 2 July 2023 against the UAE in Harare, during the 7th Place Playoff Semi-Final of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier.^[19] GC bowled 10 overs without a maiden, taking 1 wicket (Junaid Siddique) for 39 runs at an economy of 3.90, though he did not bat as Nepal chased down 182 to win by 3 wickets.^[19] As of November 2025, Pratis GC has played 3 ODIs for Nepal, scoring 11 runs in 1 innings at a strike rate of 183.33, with no fifties or higher.^[2] In bowling, he has taken 2 wickets across 21 overs at an average of 45.00 and an economy rate of 4.29, demonstrating control in the longer format.^[2] His fielding includes 1 catch, underscoring his utility in the lower order and as a support bowler in Nepal's associate nation campaigns.^[2] No further ODIs have been played by GC since the 2023 Qualifier, with his role emphasizing endurance in the 50-over format through economical spells and occasional lower-order contributions.^[2]

Twenty20 Internationals

Pratis GC made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut for Nepal on 21 October 2023 against Hong Kong in the third match of the Nepal Tri-Nation T20I Series at Mulpani Cricket Ground, Kathmandu, earning his 45th cap for the national side.^[2] In a match where Nepal posted 213/6 and restricted Hong Kong to 134/8 for a 79-run victory, GC bowled four overs conceding 30 runs for one wicket (Haroon Arshad, caught by Aasif Sheikh) at an economy of 7.50, with no batting contribution.^[20] This appearance came during Nepal's campaign in the 2023 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier Regional Final, marking his entry into the fast-paced international T20 format as a left-arm medium bowler. Following his debut, GC featured in the 2024 Nepal T20I Tri-Series against Netherlands and Namibia, where he delivered a standout performance on 28 February 2024 against Netherlands in Kirtipur, claiming 3/13 in four overs to earn Player of the Match honors and help Nepal secure a five-wicket win.^[6] In March 2024, he participated in the Hong Kong T20I Tri-Series alongside Papua New Guinea and Hong Kong, taking 2/40 against Papua New Guinea on 12 March and contributing to Nepal's series victory, including a final win over Papua New Guinea.^[21] In April 2024, GC represented Nepal in the 2024 ACC Men's T20I Premier Cup in Oman, where he bowled economically, notably conceding just 10 runs for one wicket against Saudi Arabia on 17 April in a group-stage match that aided Nepal's progression to the semi-finals.^[22] In May 2024, GC was selected in Nepal's 15-member squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in the West Indies and United States, announced by the Cricket Association of Nepal, though he did not feature in any of the tournament's matches as Nepal exited in the group stage.^[23] His T20I career, spanning 10 matches through April 2024, has seen him bowl in nine innings for 32 overs, conceding 275 runs at an economy rate of 8.09 while taking eight wickets at an average of 34.38, with his best figures of 3/13 establishing him as a reliable middle-overs option.^[6] Batting opportunities have been limited, with five innings yielding 7 runs, reflecting his primary role as a bowler; his domestic T20 experience with Bagmati Province influenced his national selection for these high-stakes events.^[2]

Playing style and impact

Batting and bowling techniques

Pratis GC is a right-handed batsman and a left-arm medium-pace bowler.^[2] Standing at approximately 5 feet 10 inches (179 cm), he generates consistent bounce, making him effective on slower pitches.^[24]

Key achievements and records

Pratis GC received his One Day International (ODI) cap as the 37th player for Nepal during his debut against Papua New Guinea in February 2023.^[2] In Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), he earned the 45th cap for Nepal in his debut against Hong Kong in October 2023.^[25] As of November 2025, he has played 3 ODIs, taking 2 wickets at an average of 45.00 and an economy rate of 4.29, and 10 T20Is, claiming 8 wickets at an average of 34.38 and an economy of 8.09.^[26][6] His standout international performances include a best T20I bowling figure of 3/13 against the Netherlands in the 2024 Nepal T20I Tri-Series, earning him the Player of the Match award.^[27] He also recorded figures of 1/10 against Saudi Arabia in the 2024 ACC Men's T20I Premier Cup.^[22] In domestic cricket, Pratis GC achieved his career-best T20 figures of 4/17 for Biratnagar Kings against Karnali Yaks in the 2024 Nepal Premier League (NPL), contributing to Nepal's growing domestic competitiveness. Pratis GC was initially named in Nepal's squad for the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup but withdrew before the tournament.^[28] In the 2024/25 Hong Kong International Sixes, he took 7 wickets across 4 innings at an average of 13.85, showcasing his adaptability in shorter formats.^[29] His contributions in the 2024 NPL, including another 4-wicket haul of 4/18, have been pivotal in strengthening Nepal's pathway for emerging talents.^[4] In 2025, he continued to perform in domestic competitions for Bagmati Province, such as taking 3/46 against Police Club in the Prime Minister Cup on 19 March 2025.^[4]