Category: Sports

Tri-nation ODI series: Outstanding win of Nepal over Scotland

Kathmandu: Nepal has scored a commendable victory over Scotland in the tri-nation ODI series under the ICC World Cup Cricket League-2. Nepal met the target of 275 runs given by Scotland by losing 7 wickets in 47 overs. Dipendra Singh Airi and Kushal Malla batted excellently for Nepal. Kushal got out after scoring 81 runs… Continue reading Tri-nation ODI series: Outstanding win of Nepal over Scotland

Nepal remains at second place on SAFF U-20 championship

Kathmandu: Nepal has lost to Bangladesh in the final of SAFF U-20 championship. In the match held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Nepal lost 3-0 against the home team. Bangladesh scored two goals in the first half and added one goal in the second half. Nepal, who reached the final by defeating India in the last match… Continue reading Nepal remains at second place on SAFF U-20 championship

Nepal defeats India to reach SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship

Kathmandu: Nepal has reached the finals by defeating India in the under-20 SAFF women’s football championship being held in Bangladesh. Nepal defeated India by 3-1 in the match held in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Nepal made an excellent comeback when they were behind by one goal. Anjali Chand, Priti Rai and Amisha Karki scored one goal each… Continue reading Nepal defeats India to reach SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship

Protest against CAN for lifting Sandeep’s suspension

Kathmandu: A protest has been conducted against the decision of lifting suspension on cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane, accused of rape. On Saturday afternoon, there was a demonstration against the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) at Maitighar Mandala. CAN, including cricketer Lamichhane, who was accused of rape, called 20 people to the close camp for the match… Continue reading Protest against CAN for lifting Sandeep’s suspension

CAN lifts suspension from Sandeep Lamichhane

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Kathmandu: The suspension imposed by the Cricket Association Nepal(CAN) on Sandeep Lamichhane, the former captain of the Nepali cricket team, has been lifted. The central working committee meeting held in Pokhara on Tuesday decided to lift the suspension.

CAN called 28 players for closed training except Sandeep Lamichhane

Kathmandu: Cricket Association Nepal (CAN) has called 28 players for closed training for the triangular series of ICC Cricket World Cup League Two. However, Sandeep Lamichhane, who was released on bail after being jailed for rape, is not included in the team. The police had arrested Lamichhane after receiving a complaint of rape. District Court,… Continue reading CAN called 28 players for closed training except Sandeep Lamichhane

Sushma Tamang wins historic silver for Nepali boxing

Kathmandu: Sushma Tamang has won first ever silver in Asian Boxing Championship. In the U-22 Asian Boxing Championship, Nepalese athlete Tamang was defeated in the final. Although she won the silver, her achievement is the biggest for Nepali boxing so far. This is the first time that Nepal has won silver in the recognized competition… Continue reading Sushma Tamang wins historic silver for Nepali boxing

Nepal women’s football team announced for SAFF U-20

Kathmandu: The Nepali U-20 women’s team playing SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship to be held in Bangladesh has been announced. Chief trainer Yam Bahadur Gurung has announced the final team under the captaincy of Preeti Rai. Nepal will play its first match against home team Bangladesh on February 3. Similarly, Nepal will play the league against… Continue reading Nepal women’s football team announced for SAFF U-20

Sudurpaschim bags PM Cup Women’s T20 Cricket title for the first time

Kathmandu: Sudurpaschim Province has won the Prime Minister’s Cup Women’s National T-20 Cricket title.Sudurpaschim won the title by defeating Province 1 by 6 wickets in the final held in Itahari. Sudurpaschim met the target of 102 runs given by Province One by losing 4 wickets with one ball remaining. The winner of the competition, Sudurpaschim… Continue reading Sudurpaschim bags PM Cup Women’s T20 Cricket title for the first time