Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis expressed sorrow over Nepal’s devastating floods and offered prayers for victims and survivors on Saturday. He recalled his visit to Nepal during the 2025 Nepal Premier League and praised the warmth of its people. His message came as rescue operations continued after floods killed hundreds and left thousands missing across the disaster-hit region.

Cape Town, Aug 29: Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has expressed deep sorrow over the massive floods in Nepal, describing the natural disaster as ‘devastating’ while offering his thoughts and prayers to the victims and survivors.

Du Plessis spent time in the Himalayan nation last year while playing for Biratnagar Kings in the 2025 Nepal Premier League (NPL), and recalled the warmth of the local people as the country grapples with one of its worst natural calamities.

"I was lucky enough to visit Nepal last year and experience firsthand the kindness of its people and the incredible beauty of the country. It’s devastating to see what has happened. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected, and with the families and communities facing such heartbreaking loss," Du Plessis posted on his ‘X’ account on Saturday.

The cricketer's message comes at a time when search, rescue, and relief operations are in full swing across Nepal following the catastrophic floods happening in the Nepal-Tibet border region. As of now, 626 people have been killed, while 2,426 people are missing. Nearly 4,451 stranded people, including 187 foreigners, were evacuated by rescue teams.