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World Cup 2026 spectacle kicks off tonight
World Cup 2026 spectacle kicks off tonight
For the first time, three countries, the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are jointly hosting the tournament. The opening match will see co-hosts Mexico face South Africa in Mexico City in a Group A clash. The opening ceremony will take place in Mexico City, while the final is scheduled for MetLif...
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Nepal eyes historic SAFF Women's Championship title
Nepal eyes historic SAFF Women's Championship title
Since the inception of the SAFF Women's Championship in 2010, Nepal has reached the title-deciding match six times in seven editions. However, the team has always fallen short in the final.
Jun 03, 2026
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Sports budget fails to include Nepali teams’ Asian Games preparation
Sports budget fails to include Nepali teams’ Asian Games pre...
While the government has unveiled ambitious plans for sports infrastructure, including the construction of modern cricket stadiums in eight cities and multi-purpose indoor stadiums with a capacity of 2,000 spectators in seven cities, Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle made no mention of preparations...
May 30, 2026
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Anjan Dhamala rises from national athlete to global taekwondo leader
Anjan Dhamala rises from national athlete to global taekwond...
Born in Gorkha, Dhamala grew up in an economically constrained environment and later moved to Kathmandu after completing his School Leaving Certificate (SLC). His journey in sports began after relocating to the capital, where he was introduced to Taekwondo during his student life. He initially train...
May 28, 2026
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Nepal beat UAE by 37 runs, powered by sharp bowling
Nepal beat UAE by 37 runs, powered by sharp bowling
In the opening match of the tri-series, which began Saturday at Kirtipur, Nepal defeated the visiting UAE by 37 runs in an exciting contest. After suffering four consecutive losses, Nepal finally returned to winning ways. Dipendra Singh Airee’s all-round brilliance, backed by a disciplined bow...
Apr 26, 2026
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Middle-order meltdown sinks Nepal ‘A’
Middle-order meltdown sinks Nepal ‘A’
In Wednesday’s match at Mulpani, Nepal ‘A’ began the two-match ODI series with a loss, falling 1–0 behind. Chasing a challenging target of 281 set by Oman at the Upper Mulpani Cricket Ground, Nepal ‘A’ looked in control early on but were eventually bowled out for...
Apr 23, 2026
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Nepal level series with dominant win over UAE
Nepal level series with dominant win over UAE
After losing the opening game on Monday, Nepal delivered a composed all-round performance on Tuesday at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium, with both bat and ball clicking at the right time. Opener Kushal Bhurtel led the chase with a fluent unbeaten 84, while leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhan...
Apr 22, 2026
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T20 World Cup: Dipendra shines, Sandeep disappoints
T20 World Cup: Dipendra shines, Sandeep disappoints
During the World Cup, Nepal drew interest from the ICC, Indian cricket authorities, franchise teams, and Indian media. Yet on that stage, Nepali players largely failed to prove themselves. Spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, who has played in the IPL and most major franchise leagues, also struggled despite...
Feb 19, 2026
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Nepal seeks to salvage pride in final group clash
Nepal seeks to salvage pride in final group clash
For Nepal, Tuesday is less about qualification and more about character — an opportunity to show resilience before turning the page.
Feb 17, 2026
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Nepal fall short of expectations on world stage
Nepal fall short of expectations on world stage
Nepal’s final group match against Scotland on Tuesday offers one last opportunity — not to rewrite the campaign, but to restore belief.
Feb 16, 2026