Category: Sports

Kathmandu: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) triumphed over Nepal by six wickets, securing their place in the final of the ACC Men’s Premier Cup. The semi-final clash unfolded on Friday, showcasing a display of skill and determination from both teams. Opting to field after winning the toss, the UAE set the stage by inviting Nepal… Continue reading UAE secures final spot in ACC Men’s Premier Cup by defeating Nepal

Kathmandu: Nepal clinched their third consecutive victory in the ACC Premier Cup 2024, affirming their spot in the semi-finals with a resounding win over Hong Kong by 8 wickets on Monday. Chasing a target of 115 runs, Nepal exhibited a commanding performance, achieving the required total with ease while losing only 2 wickets in 12.2… Continue reading Nepal secures semi-final spot in ACC Premier Cup 2024

Kathmandu: The Patan High Court has taken a significant step in the controversial case involving cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane, who was previously convicted of rape by the Kathmandu District Court (KDC). A division bench, led by Chief Judge Nripadhwaj Niraula and Justice Krishna Ram Koirala, has ordered the summoning of disputants in response to a writ… Continue reading Patan High Court orders summoning of parties in Sandeep Lamichhane case

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, speaking at the 60th anniversary celebration of the National Sports Council (NSC) on Wednesday, articulated the government’s commitment to usher in a new era of excellence in Nepali sports. Expressing his optimism, PM Dahal remarked, “I believe a new standard will be set in Nepali sports. I wish NSC… Continue reading PM Dahal vows to transform Nepali sports

Kathmandu: Ministry of Youth and Sports has instructed the National Sports Council (NSC) to refrain from organizing any events other than sports at Dashrath Stadium owing to its weakened ground condition. The ministry’s decision, announced on Friday, comes as a setback for Nepal’s prospects of hosting FIFA World Cup qualifiers on home turf due to… Continue reading Sports Ministry halts non-sporting events at Dashrath Stadium due to ground conditions

Kathmandu: Kathmandu is set to host the first Late Babu Chiri Sherpa Memorial Open Sport Climbing Competition on March 14, as revealed during a press conference today by Nwang Nima Sherpa, President of the Alpine Sports Association (ASP). Jointly organized by the New York-based Alpine Sports Association, INC., and Everest Summitter’s Association (ESA), the event… Continue reading Inaugural ‘Late Babu Chiri Sherpa Memorial Open Sport Climbing Competition’ announced for March 14 in Kathmandu

Kathmandu: The cricket match between Namibia and the Netherlands in the ongoing Triangular International T-20 Series was impacted by rain today. The game came to a halt in the 15th over due to the rainfall. Namibia, batting first after losing the toss, managed to score 98 runs and lost four wickets by the 15th over.… Continue reading Rain interrupts Namibia vs. Netherlands T20 match in Tri-Series at Kirtipur today

Kathmandu: Sabitra Bhandari, the prominent forward of the Nepali national football team, has etched her name in the record books by scoring her inaugural goal in the Division 1 Féminine, the prestigious French women’s football league. Currently representing En Avant Guingamp, Bhandari marked her groundbreaking achievement as the first Nepali player to find the back… Continue reading Nepali football star Sabitra Bhandari achieves milestone with debut goal in French Women’s Football League

Kathmandu: In a gripping encounter, Nepal secured a thrilling three-run victory over Namibia in the fourth match of the tri-nations T20I series. Restricting Namibia to 177 runs in the scheduled 20 overs, Nepal successfully defended their total of 180 runs. The Nepali bowlers played a crucial role, claiming seven wickets in the thrilling contest. Karan… Continue reading Nepal clinches thrilling victory over Namibia in Tri-Nations T20I Series

Kathmandu: The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) received a letter from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) stating that the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Nepal and Bahrain will not be hosted at the Dasharath Stadium. Despite earlier approval from FIFA, the AFC found the stadium did not meet the required standards for international… Continue reading Dasharath Stadium unfit for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: AFC