Category: Sports

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

Kathmandu: Ncell has announced its partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) as the ‘Powered By’ sponsor for the upcoming Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024. The professional franchise-based T20 cricket tournament, featuring eight teams and 32 matches, will kick off on November 30 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, and… Continue reading Ncell partners with CAN as ‘Powered By’ sponsor for Nepal Premier League 2024

Kathmandu: Australia defeated Pakistan by 13 runs in the second T20 International, clinching the three-match series 2-0. The match, held at Sydney, saw Pakistan fall short of the 148-run target, getting bowled out for 134 runs in 19.4 overs.Usman Khan top-scored for Pakistan with 52 runs, while Irfan Khan added an unbeaten 37. Despite their… Continue reading Australia secures T20 Series win against Pakistan

Kathmandu: The boos from a crowd wanting more action were growing again when Jake Paul dropped his gloves before the final bell, and bowed toward 58-year-old Mike Tyson. Paying homage to one of the biggest names in boxing history didn’t do much for the fans that filled the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys on… Continue reading Jake Paul beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson as the hits don’t match the hype

Kathmandu: Nepal has made history by qualifying for the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, set to be held in Malaysia next year. The milestone was achieved after Nepal defeated the UAE by 8 wickets in a crucial match on Wednesday, securing their spot in the tournament for the first time. Chasing a modest target… Continue reading Nepal makes history by qualifying for ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup

Kathmandu: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that India will not participate in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to be hosted by Pakistan. ESPNcricinfo reports that the BCCI has formally requested the ICC to find an alternative arrangement, with the Indian team not… Continue reading India decides against traveling to Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Kathmandu: Nepal secured three silver medals on Friday at the 15th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championship in Male, Maldives. Three Nepali athletes—Rujesh Shahi, Prajwalman Shakya, and Rajani Shrestha—earned silver in their respective categories at the prestigious event organized by the Bodybuilding Association of Maldives. Shakya won silver in the Masters 40-49 age group, competing… Continue reading Nepal clinches 3 silver medals at 15th World Bodybuilding Championship in Maldives

Kathmandu: Nepal began their ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup Asia Qualifiers campaign with a dominant 67-run win over Thailand on Wednesday at The Seven Cricket Stadium in the UAE. Batting first after being sent in by Thailand, Nepal posted a competitive total of 102 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Puja Mahato led… Continue reading Nepal secures convincing 67-run victory over Thailand in ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup Asia Qualifiers