Inaugural ‘Late Babu Chiri Sherpa Memorial Open Sport Climbing Competition’ announced for March 14 in Kathmandu

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

Rain interrupts Namibia vs. Netherlands T20 match in Tri-Series at Kirtipur today

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

Nepali football star Sabitra Bhandari achieves milestone with debut goal in French Women’s Football League

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

Nepal clinches thrilling victory over Namibia in Tri-Nations T20I Series

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

Dasharath Stadium unfit for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: AFC

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

Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India

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Kathmandu: Nepal is all set to engage in a gripping Friendship Cup triangular T20 series with two prominent Indian domestic teams, Gujarat and Baroda. The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) officially declared the country’s participation in this exhilarating event. The Friendship Cup triangular T20 series is a collaborative effort by the Gujarat Cricket Association and… Continue reading Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India

Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait

Kathmandu: In a thrilling quarterfinal clash, the Nepali women’s cricket team secured its place in the semifinals of the ‘ACC Women’s Premier Cup’ by defeating Kuwait with an impressive eight-wicket victory. The match took place at the iconic Patan Cricket Ground, where Nepal won the toss and elected to bowl. The decision proved crucial as… Continue reading Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait

Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup

Kathmandu: In a historic triumph, Nepal’s batting duo, Rubina Chhetri and Puja Mahato, achieved a world record victory against Maldives in the ACC Women’s Premier Cup. Setting an impressive target of 228 runs for Maldives, Nepal secured an extraordinary win with a staggering margin of 214 runs, as they dismissed Maldives for just 13 runs.… Continue reading Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup

Chinese officials call off Argentina games amid anger over Messi not playing

Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi poses after he was presented the award for sportsperson of the year at the Laureus Sports Awards ceremony in Paris, Monday, May 8, 2023. Photo Courtesy: AP

Kathmandu: Chinese officials have cancelled two Argentina friendlies that were due to take place in the Asian country after Lionel Messi did not play for Inter Miami in a match in Hong Kong. The world champions were set to face Nigeria in Hangzhou and Ivory Coast in Beijing in March. Fans in China were angered… Continue reading Chinese officials call off Argentina games amid anger over Messi not playing

Nepal secures ODI series victory by defeating Canada

Kathmandu: Nepal clinched the three-match ODI series against Canada with an unassailable 2-0 lead after securing a four-wicket victory in the second ODI at the TU Cricket Ground. The hosts successfully chased the target of 286 runs set by Canada, with Captain Rohit Paudel leading the charge with an impressive 87 runs. Dev Khanal contributed… Continue reading Nepal secures ODI series victory by defeating Canada