Category: Sports

Kathmandu: In a setback for Nepali cricket, the US Embassy in Kathmandu has declined to issue a visa to prominent cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane, who was slated to participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup hosted by the United States and the West Indies. Lamichhane made the disclosure of the visa denial through a social media… Continue reading US Embassy denies visa to Nepali cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane ahead of T20 World Cup

Kathmandu: Brazil will host the 2027 Women’s World Cup after a vote of FIFA’s 211 members chose the South American bid over a joint bid from Belgium, Netherlands and Germany. The FIFA Congress on Friday selected from a reduced field of two candidates to host the 2027 tournament after a joint bid by the United… Continue reading Brazil to host 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Kathmandu: Nepal’s national team is gearing up for their inaugural match in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Nepal prepares to face off against the Netherlands in their opening fixture. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled to take place at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium… Continue reading Nepal prepares for first match in 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Kathmandu: In a critical legal development, the appeal hearing of cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane regarding the Kathmandu District Court’s ruling in a rape case is advancing at the Patan High Court. Presiding over the session are Judges Sudarshan Dev Bhatta and Anju Upetri Dhakal. The Kathmandu District Court had issued a significant verdict, sentencing Sandeep to… Continue reading Sandeep Lamichhane’s appeal hearing continues amidst high court proceedings

Kathmandu: During the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, it was decided to release a total of NPR 20,971,010 as prize money announced earlier for various athletes. The proposal put forward by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, which received approval from the Cabinet, ensures cash prizes for medalists of the 19th Asian Games, cricket team,… Continue reading Government finally decides to release prize amount various athletes

Kathmandu: In a gripping finale to the T20 series between Nepal and West Indies ‘A’, Nepal secured a thrilling victory over the visiting team at the TU Cricket Ground. Despite the triumph, Nepal ultimately lost the series, with West Indies ‘A’ clinching the title with a 3-2 scoreline in the five-match series. Nepal’s victory came… Continue reading Nepal clinches thrilling victory over West Indies ‘A’ in T20 series finale

Kathmandu: The Nepal Cricket Association (CAN) has unveiled a 15-member squad led by Rohit Kumar Paudel for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Alongside captain Rohit, the Nepali squad includes Asif Sheikh, Anil Kumar Sah, Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Lalit Rajbanshi, Karan KC, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Pratish GC, Sandeep Jhora, Avinash Bohara,… Continue reading CAN announces squad for T20 World Cup

Kathmandu: In a gripping encounter on Wednesday, Nepal faced a significant setback, falling to a 76-run defeat against West Indies A in the third match of their five-match T20 series. The defeat now places West Indies A in a commanding position with a 2-1 lead in the series. Chasing a formidable target of 228 runs… Continue reading Nepal suffers 76-run defeat to West Indies A in T20 series

Kathmandu: In an intense showdown at TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, West Indies ‘A’ emerged triumphant in the second match of the T20 cricket series against Nepal. Despite a valiant effort, Nepal faced defeat by a margin of 10 runs against the formidable West Indies ‘A’ squad. The match, held on Sunday, witnessed an electrifying… Continue reading West Indies ‘A’ claims victory in second T20 match against Nepal

Kathmandu: In a gripping showdown, Nepal emerged victorious against West Indies ‘A’ in the inaugural T20 match of their series. Captaining his team to glory, Rohit Paudel showcased exceptional skill, guiding Nepal to a remarkable win by four wickets. The match, held at a pulsating venue, witnessed Nepal’s relentless pursuit of victory as they chased… Continue reading Nepal secures thrilling victory over West Indies ‘A’ in first T20 encounter