Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India

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Kathmandu: Nepal is all set to engage in a gripping Friendship Cup triangular T20 series with two prominent Indian domestic teams, Gujarat and Baroda. The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) officially declared the country’s participation in this exhilarating event. The Friendship Cup triangular T20 series is a collaborative effort by the Gujarat Cricket Association and… Continue reading Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India

Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait

Kathmandu: In a thrilling quarterfinal clash, the Nepali women’s cricket team secured its place in the semifinals of the ‘ACC Women’s Premier Cup’ by defeating Kuwait with an impressive eight-wicket victory. The match took place at the iconic Patan Cricket Ground, where Nepal won the toss and elected to bowl. The decision proved crucial as… Continue reading Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait

Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup

Kathmandu: In a historic triumph, Nepal’s batting duo, Rubina Chhetri and Puja Mahato, achieved a world record victory against Maldives in the ACC Women’s Premier Cup. Setting an impressive target of 228 runs for Maldives, Nepal secured an extraordinary win with a staggering margin of 214 runs, as they dismissed Maldives for just 13 runs.… Continue reading Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup

Chinese officials call off Argentina games amid anger over Messi not playing

Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi poses after he was presented the award for sportsperson of the year at the Laureus Sports Awards ceremony in Paris, Monday, May 8, 2023. Photo Courtesy: AP

Kathmandu: Chinese officials have cancelled two Argentina friendlies that were due to take place in the Asian country after Lionel Messi did not play for Inter Miami in a match in Hong Kong. The world champions were set to face Nigeria in Hangzhou and Ivory Coast in Beijing in March. Fans in China were angered… Continue reading Chinese officials call off Argentina games amid anger over Messi not playing

Nepal secures ODI series victory by defeating Canada

Kathmandu: Nepal clinched the three-match ODI series against Canada with an unassailable 2-0 lead after securing a four-wicket victory in the second ODI at the TU Cricket Ground. The hosts successfully chased the target of 286 runs set by Canada, with Captain Rohit Paudel leading the charge with an impressive 87 runs. Dev Khanal contributed… Continue reading Nepal secures ODI series victory by defeating Canada

Nepal triumphs in ODI bilateral series opener, defeating Canada by 7 runs

Kathmandu: Nepal secured a victorious start in the One Day International (ODI) Bilateral Series, clinching a seven-run win against Canada in a thrilling match at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Winning the toss, Nepal opted to bat first, posting a total of 225 runs, losing all ten wickets in the stipulated 50 overs.… Continue reading Nepal triumphs in ODI bilateral series opener, defeating Canada by 7 runs

Bagmati Province govt allocates 70% budget for construction of Gautam Buddha International Cricket Stadium

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Kathmandu: The Bagmati Province government has allocated 70% of the budget for the construction of the Gautam Buddha International Cricket Stadium in Bharatpur, Chitwan.Economic Affairs Minister of Bagmati Province, Bahadur Singh Lamal, revealed that the provincial government is committed to overseeing the allocation and execution of this significant project. The Minister conveyed this information during… Continue reading Bagmati Province govt allocates 70% budget for construction of Gautam Buddha International Cricket Stadium

Nepal Police Club bags Prime Minister Cup title

Kathmandu – The Nepal Police Club secured the title of the Prime Minister Cup Men’s Cricket Tournament in a thrilling final held at the Triveni Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Facing off against the Tribhuvan Army Club, the Police Club emerged victorious by defeating their opponents by six wickets. In the final match, the Army Club… Continue reading Nepal Police Club bags Prime Minister Cup title

Cricket Association of Nepal suspends Sandeep Lamichhane following court verdict

Kathmandu: Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced the suspension of Sandeep Lamichhane from all cricket-related activities on Thursday, following the recent verdict by the Kathmandu District Court. Lamichhane, the former national team captain, has been barred from participating in cricket activities at both national and international levels. CAN, in an official press statement, cited the… Continue reading Cricket Association of Nepal suspends Sandeep Lamichhane following court verdict

Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane sentenced to 8-year in prison for rape conviction

Kathmandu: Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane has been handed an eight-year prison sentence by the Kathmandu District Court following his conviction in a rape case. The verdict was delivered by Judge Shishir Raj Dhakal in a single-bench hearing at the court. Lamichhane was found guilty on December 29, and the sentencing hearing took place today. The court… Continue reading Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane sentenced to 8-year in prison for rape conviction