Age Issue Left U-17 Preparation in Disarray

Posted on July 17, 2005 by cricketnepal

A little more than a fortnight remains for the inauguration of Under-17 Asia Cup cricket tournament in Malaysia, but Nepal’s preparation has been disarrayed due to the problems with players’ age. And the officials believe one of the favorites’ participation is only for saving the face. Continue reading →

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Umpire Buddhi Pradhan Returns Optimistic

Posted on July 14, 2005 by cricketnepal

For Nepali umpire in the ICC Associate and Affiliate Panel, Buddhi Bahadur Pradhan, officiating seven matches at the ICC Trophy 2005 in Ireland was a learning experience. Continue reading →

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No Asian Associate In World Cup 2007

Posted on July 12, 2005 by cricketnepal

After Holland claimed the fifth and the final spot for the World Cup 2007 beating United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 145 runs in the fifth-place playoff of the ICC Trophy 2005, it confirmed that there would be no Asian Associate country in the WC. Continue reading →

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U-17 Asia Cup: Groups & Schedule Published

Posted on June 12, 2005 by cricketnepal

Nepal is pitted with Afghanistan and Brunei in Group C for the upcoming Under-17 Asia Cup Cricket Tournament scheduled for early August in Malaysia. Continue reading →

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Cricket in Tenth SAF Games!

Posted on June 11, 2005 by cricketnepal

Cricket and hockey may become fixtures at the 10th South Asian Federation Games to be hosted by Sri Lanka in April 2006, an official said today. Continue reading →

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Buddhi Pradhan Appointed for ICC Trophy

Posted on June 4, 2005 by cricketnepal

Through Nepal will not be playing ICC Trophy 2005 in Ireland, a Nepali umpire will be present there to officiate the matches of World Cup 2007 qualifiers. Continue reading →

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Cricket on the Lap (or Height) of Himalaya

Posted on May 24, 2005 by cricketnepal


‘Where do you play cricket, in the Himlayas?’ It”s normal for Nepali cricketers to face such queries during international tours. They always try to convince the curious people by saying the country is not only Himalayas, but the youngsters in this remote district of Humla have different answer: they play cricket on the lap of Himalayas. Continue reading →

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FAN SPEAKS: A Fan’s Recommendations

Posted on May 20, 2005 by cricketnepal

By Yadumani Gautam
Looking back to our cricket team’s recent performance, it looks better. And it’s not only improving but also showing a light for the bright future. Continue reading →

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Dipen Shrestha Scores Century for Asia XI

Posted on May 18, 2005 by cricketnepal

The lone representative from Nepal in the Under-15 Asia Select XI team, wicket-keeper opener scored a century in the two-day match against KCCA-KPT U-15 team in Karachi of Pakistan yesterday.The match ended in a draw. Continue reading →

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‘Why Rule Change for Nepal?’ Roy Dias

Posted on May 17, 2005 by Ujjwal Acharya

After Nepali coach Roy Dias returned from Bhairahawa disheartened by the news that Nepal wouldn’t play in the Asia Cup, I had a short interview with him for The Kathmandu Post. Here is the full interview. Continue reading →

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Nepal Will NOT Play in Asia Cup 2006

Posted on May 14, 2005 by Ujjwal Acharya

Nepal’s dream of playing One-Day International (ODI) cricket has been shattered with officials failing miserably on the negotiation front, a senior cricket official confirmed here today. Continue reading →

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REACTIONS: Roy Dias, Binod Das & Abid Ali

Posted on May 9, 2005 by cricketnepal

After Nepal’s historical win against UAE in the three-day match, NepalCricket.com talked with Roy Dias, Syed Abid Ali and Binod Das about the match’s various aspects. Continue reading →

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Binod Inspires for Landmark Victory vs UAE

Posted on May 9, 2005 by cricketnepal


Nepal team celebrates the fall of ninth UAE wicket. Photo by Bikash Karki/NepalCricket.com

On what would be considered as a historical day for the country’s cricket, Nepal achieved a landmark 172-run victory against the best non-Test playing Asian nation United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the TU Cricket Ground. Continue reading →

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The Glory: Nepal vs UAE Scorecard

Posted on May 9, 2005 by cricketnepal

The final scorecard between Nepal and UAE. Nepal won by the match by 172 runs. Captain Binod Das took five wickets. Continue reading →

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Nepal in Sight of Landmark Victory vs UAE

Posted on May 8, 2005 by cricketnepal


Raju Basnet of Nepal celebrates his second wickets.
Photo: Bikash Karki/NepalCricket.com
Nepal will begin the third and the last day of the three-day match against United Arab Emirates with hopes of pulling out its first-ever win against the tough opponent at the TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur after taking a lead of 168 runs on the second day. Continue reading →

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Shakti, Sarad Shines for Nepal Against UAE

Posted on May 7, 2005 by cricketnepal

Nepal ended the first day of the three-day ACC Fast Track Countries Tournament/ICC InterContinental Cup match against United Arab Emirates on a encouraging note at 246/5 here at the TU Cricket Ground Kirtipur. Continue reading →

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Under-17 National League from Friday

Posted on May 5, 2005 by cricketnepal

The Under-17 National League this year will begin tomorrow in Bhairahawa. This is the first instance for Bhairahawa hosting any national league. Continue reading →

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In Conversation: Robin Singh

Posted on May 3, 2005 by cricketnepal

The Himalayan Times Interview with Robin Singh, former Indian international and Hong Kong coach. Continue reading →

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Rain Causes Dismaying Draw

Posted on May 2, 2005 by cricketnepal

Rain allowed only some hours of play as the three-day match between Nepal and Hong Kong ended in the dismaying draw here at the TU Cricket Stadium today. Continue reading →

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Nepal vs Hong Kong Day III Scorecard

Posted on May 2, 2005 by cricketnepal

The scorecard at the stumps on the final day of the three day match between Nepal and Hong Kong. Continue reading →

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Binod Das Restricts Hong Kong

Posted on May 1, 2005 by cricketnepal


Binod Das celebrates a catch. He took career best 6/29.

Rain allowed a little play, but that was enough for Nepal, inspired by captain Binod Das, to put up a never-before performance against Hong Kong in the second day of the three-day ACC Fast Track Countries & ICC InterContinental Cup match here at the TU Cricket Ground today. Continue reading →

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CAN to tighten screw on aged players

Posted on April 30, 2005 by Ujjwal Acharya

After international criticism, Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) had decided to tighten the rules for the age-group competition beginning from the next week’s Under-17 National League at Bhairahawa. Continue reading →

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HK Team Arrives for InterContinental Match

Posted on April 28, 2005 by cricketnepal


Hong Kong national cricket team arrived Kathmandu this morning for their match against Nepal of the ACC Fast Track Countries Tournament/ICC InterContinental Cup. Continue reading →

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U-15 Dream Team: Only Dipen from Nepal

Posted on April 25, 2005 by cricketnepal

Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the Under-15 Dream Team – the team of cream chosen from the recently held U-15 Asia Cup. Continue reading →

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Paresh Scores Ton in Draw vs Singapore

Posted on April 24, 2005 by cricketnepal

Paresh Lohani became the first Nepali batsman to score a century in the three-day match as Nepal failed to defeat Singapore despite having upper hand all the times in the match played at the Indian Association Ground, Singapore. Continue reading →

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