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Nepal and Myanmar Set for Clash in Vianet Women’s Championship Final

The International Women’s Championship final is set, with both teams securing their spots after winning two matches each. Nepal came through with hard-fought 1-0 wins over Kyrgyzstan and Lebanon, while Myanmar, ranked 55th in FIFA, dominated with 3-1 and 5-0 victories over Lebanon (134th) and Kyrgyzstan (128th).

February 23, 2025

Nepal’s Losing Streak Continues as Netherlands Cruise to 10-Wicket Victory

Nepal’s struggles in the Women’s T20I Tri-Series continued as the Netherlands secured a dominant 10-wicket victory at TU Cricket Ground, handing Nepal their fifth straight loss. Batting first, Nepal posted 145/4, led by Puja Mahato’s unbeaten 62—Nepal’s first T20I half-century at TU. Indu Barma (39) and Rubina Chhetri (20) provided support, but the total proved insufficient. Iris Zwilling took two wickets, while Babette de Leede was sharp behind the stumps with two catches and two stumpings.

February 16, 2025

Historic Victory: Palesha Goverdhan Gets Nepal’s First Medal at the Paralympics

In a historic moment for Nepal, Palesha Goverdhan has won the country’s first-ever medal at the Paralympic Games. The 21-year-old Para taekwondo athlete captured the bronze medal in the women’s K44 -57kg weight class at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, defeating Marija Micev of Serbia with a score of 15-8.

September 1, 2024