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Nepal clinches Bilateral Series title
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Nepal clinches Bilateral Series title

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepal has emerged victorious in the bilateral series hosted by Malaysia, defeating the hosts by 3 wickets in the final match of the series. Out of the 5 T20I matches played, Nepal won 3, securing them the title of the Bilateral series. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - JUNE 04: during match five of the 2023 MCA Bilateral Series between Nepal Women vs Malaysia Women at YSD-UKM Oval on June 04, 2023 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Photo by Peter Lim/PhotoDesk.com.my for Malaysia Cricket Association) After losing to Malaysia in the inaugural match, Nepal made a strong comeback, winning two consecutive matches. However, they faced a defeat against Malaysia in the fourth match, leaving the final match to decide the ultimate winner. In the fifth T20I match of the ...
Nepal Finishes Third in CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup
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Nepal Finishes Third in CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Hosts Nepal finished third place in the CAVA Women's Challenge Cup by defeating Uzbekistan 3-1 at the NSC Covered Hall on Sunday. Although Nepal faced an initial setback by losing the first set with a score of 20-25, they quickly regrouped and showcased their resilience by winning the next three sets consecutively to secure victory over Uzbekistan. Nepal displayed their dominance in the second set with an impressive 25-16 victory over Uzbekistan. Their exceptional performance continued in the third set, where they comfortably triumphed with a score of 25-15. Nepal clinched the third set with a score of 25-13, ultimately securing their third place. Throughout the tournament, Nepal displayed their prowess, emerging victorious against Banglades...
India clinches CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup title
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India clinches CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup title

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - India emerged victorious in the CAVA Women's Challenge Cup defeating Kazakhstan in a commanding straight-set victory. With an impressive performance, India claimed the tournament title by overpowering Kazakhstan 3-0 at the NSC Covered Hall on Sunday. From the very beginning, India showcased their dominance by effortlessly securing the first set with a score of 25-15. Their momentum carried forward as they continued their winning streak, triumphing in the second set with a close score of 25-22. Determined to seal their victory, India showcased their skill and determination, ultimately securing the third set with a score of 25-18.
Nepal Fails to Qualify for the Final of CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup
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Nepal Fails to Qualify for the Final of CAVA Women’s Challenge Cup

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepal fell short of qualifying for the final of the CAVA Women's Challenge Cup, suffering a defeat against Kazakhstan. The match took place at the NSC Covered Hall on Friday, leaving the home team disheartened. Despite putting up a valiant fight, Nepal succumbed to a 3-2 defeat against Kazakhstan. The game began with Nepal displaying a strong fighting spirit but ultimately losing the first set by a close margin of 28-30. Although Nepal initially trailed behind, they managed to seize a momentary lead of 18-15. However, the tide seemed to turn in Nepal's favor as they won the subsequent two sets convincingly, with scores of 25-16 and 25-15, respectively. The team appeared to be moving closer to victory. Unfortunately, Nepal struggled to maintain ...
India Secures Semifinal Spot as Group ‘A’ Winners
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India Secures Semifinal Spot as Group ‘A’ Winners

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - India earned a spot in the semifinals of the CAVA Women's Challenge Cup as Group 'A' winners, triumphing over Nepal in the final group stage encounter. The highly anticipated clash between hosts Nepal and arch-rivals India took place at the NSC Covered Hall on Wednesday, captivating spectators with its intense gameplay. Ultimately, India emerged victorious, defeating Nepal with a scoreline of 3-1. India dominated the opening set, displaying exceptional skill and coordination to secure a comfortable win with a score of 25-12. Despite putting up a valiant fight, Nepal failed to overcome their opponents' prowess and narrowly lost the second set by a score of 24-26. Undeterred, Nepal mounted a spirited comeback in the third set, rallying togethe...
Nepal Secures Semifinal Spot
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Nepal Secures Semifinal Spot

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - The Nepal National Women's Volleyball team showcased a dominant performance, advancing to the semifinals of the highly anticipated CAVA Women's Challenge Cup at NSC Covered Hall. In a resounding victory, the hosts outplayed Bangladesh in a straight set of 3-0, securing a spot in the semifinals with one game to spare. Nepal's triumph began with an impressive display in the first set, as they comfortably defeated Bangladesh with a score of 25-10. Continuing their exceptional form, Nepal further asserted their dominance by claiming the second set with a convincing score of 25-8. Displaying remarkable consistency, Nepal wrapped up the match by triumphing in the third set with a resounding score of 25-9, ultimately confirming their well-deserved vic...
CAVA Women’s Cup: Nepal Off to a Winning Start
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CAVA Women’s Cup: Nepal Off to a Winning Start

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepal began their campaign in the CAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup with an impressive victory over Kyrgyzstan at the NSC Covered Hall on Monday. In the inaugural match, the hosts dominated Kyrgyzstan, securing a straight-set victory of 3-0, thanks to stellar performances from Usha Bhandari, Niruta Thagunna, and debutant Sangam Mahato. Nepal comfortably won the first set with a score of 25-11. They faced a tougher challenge in the second set but managed to come out on top with a score of 25-19. Determined to maintain their momentum, Nepal clinched the third set with a score of 25-11, sealing a convincing win. With this triumph, Nepal, placed in Group A, earned 3 points. In the same group, India also secured 3 points by overpowering Bang...
Samba Guides Gokulam Kerala to Complete IWL Title Hat-Trick
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Samba Guides Gokulam Kerala to Complete IWL Title Hat-Trick

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepali star forward Sabitra Bhandari aka Samba showcased her brilliance guiding Gokulam Kerala FC to a remarkable hat-trick of the Indian Women's League (IWL) title. Gokulam displayed their dominance by crushing Kickstart FC with a resounding 5-0 victory on Sunday, solidifying their position as the reigning champions for the third consecutive year. Samba played a pivotal role in the triumph, scoring one goal and providing two assists during the match. The 5th minute saw an electrifying start as Samba opened Gokulam's scoring, putting them ahead early in the game. The team's momentum continued to surge as Sanidhya doubled their lead in the 22nd minute, leaving Kickstart FC trailing by two goals. Gokulam's dominance was further evident when Indu...
Nepal to have only ONE day full training ahead of SAFF
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Nepal to have only ONE day full training ahead of SAFF

Subas Humagain, Kathmandu With just a month remaining until the SAFF Championship, the most prestigious football competition in South Asia, the Nepali National Men's Football Team is facing challenges in their preparation. The ongoing A Division League is entering into the final phase, and the injuries and lack of time has impacted the national team's composition. On current schedule, the team will have only one day of full training in Nepal, as the league schedule cannot be adjusted. Having a closed camp for team selection looks impossible. Nepal's first match in the SAFF Championship is against Kuwait on June 21. Prior to that, they will play an international friendly match against the Philippines on June 15. However, the team will have only one day to train in Nepal before de...
Nepal to Face Heavyweight Kuwait in Inaugural Match of SAFF Championship 2023
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Nepal to Face Heavyweight Kuwait in Inaugural Match of SAFF Championship 2023

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepal National Football Team is set to kick off the SAFF Championship 2023 with a challenging match against heavyweight Kuwait in the tournament's inaugural match. The Official Draw of the Championship, held in the capital of the host country India, placed Nepal in Group 'A' alongside hosts India, Kuwait, and Pakistan. Likewise, Group 'B' consists of Lebanon, Maldives, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. Lebanon and Kuwait have been invited as guests for this edition of the SAFF Championship. The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 21 to July 4 at Bengaluru in India. Nepal's opening match against Kuwait is set to kick off at 3:45 PM NST. Later on the same day, at 7:45 PM NST, India will face its renowned rival Pakistan in the second mat...
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