Category: Sports

Kathmandu: The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has taken disciplinary action against national cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane for misconduct during the Jai Trophy cricket tournament held in Birgunj and Janakpur. Lamichhane was penalized for disputing an umpire’s decision and posting about the matter on social media, which violated CAN’s code of conduct. As part of the… Continue reading CAN suspends Sandeep Lamichhane for disciplinary breach

Kathmandu: Nepali cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane has sparked speculation about his retirement following an emotional social media post on Saturday night. In the post, Lamichhane expressed deep gratitude to his supporters, stating, “The incredible people of this country and this beautiful nation have always stood by me, providing unwavering support at every step of my journey.… Continue reading Sandeep Lamichhane hints at retirement, fans speculate over emotional post

Kathmandu: The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced plans to organize a specialized “Batting Camp” for young players. In a notice issued yesterday, CAN revealed that the camp will focus on enhancing the skills of promising batters. Scheduled to run from January 17 to 25 at Tribhuvan University and Mulpani Cricket Grounds, the camp… Continue reading CAN to host batting camp for emerging players

Kathmandu: Nepal’s all-rounder, Kushal Malla, has been signed by the Desert Vipers for the upcoming season of the International League T20 (ILT20) in the United Arab Emirates. Malla will replace Dutch all-rounder Bas de Leede, who is sidelined due to injury sustained while playing for the Pokhara Avengers in the Nepal Premier League (NPL). Tom… Continue reading Kushal Malla to join Desert Vipers for 2025 ILT20 Season

Kathmandu: A chartered flight from Sichuan Airlines, carrying 126 passengers from Chengdu, landed at Pokhara International Airport today. The Chinese team is in Nepal to participate in the Second International Dragon Boat Race, set to take place on December 29 and 30 at the scenic Fewa Lake in Pokhara. The event is being organized in… Continue reading Sichuan Airlines flight brings Chinese team to Pokhara for International Dragon Boat Race

Kathmandu: Janakpur Bolts etched their name in history as the inaugural champions of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) with a nail-biting five-wicket win over Sudurpaschim Royals in the final held at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Opener Lahiru Milantha’s explosive batting performance was the highlight of the match, earning him the Player of the Match… Continue reading Janakpur Bolts crowned inaugural Nepal Premier League Champions with thrilling 5-wicket victory

Kathmandu: Footbal world champion Argentina ended 2024 as the top-ranked team in the FIFA men’s rankings, retaining their position for the second year in a row. The rankings, released Thursday, showed minimal changes as only 21 international matches were played since November. Argentina secured the top spot, followed by France in second place, and European… Continue reading Argentina tops FIFA rankings for second consecutive year in 2024

Kathmandu: The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced the prize money for the teams that have made it to the playoffs of the ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL). In a statement released on Tuesday, CAN confirmed that the winning team will take home a cash prize of Rs 11 million. The runner-up will receive… Continue reading Nepal Premier League winner to receive Rs 11 million cash prize

Kathmandu: Karnali Yaks, the Nepal Premier League (NPL) franchise team, has bid farewell to former Indian cricket opener Shikhar Dhawan, who returned to India after announcing his inability to continue playing due to knee issues. The team’s manager, coach, and players gathered at the Hilton Hotel on Monday to say their goodbyes. Dhawan had joined… Continue reading NPL Update: Karnali Yaks bid farewell to Shikhar Dhawan

Kathmandu: Three more individuals have been arrested in connection with betting during the Nepal Premier League (NPL), as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal gambling activities. According to the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police, the arrests were made at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The arrested individuals are accused of… Continue reading 3 people arrested for betting in Nepal Premier League