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Eventful year for Nepali cricket

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The year 2024 was eventful,exciting, productive and promising for Nepal cricket, by and large.   The participation of  both the  men’s and women’s national  teams in international tournaments significantly  enhanced  the global visibility and profile of Nepal cricket. Cricket’s  popularity in the country soared to new heights, with an unprecedented increase in the number of youngsters both boys and girls taking up the sport. The last twelve months were hectic for cricketers, as they played competitive cricket almost nonstop  around the world. A lot  remains to be done  The truth of the matter is, there still remains a lot to be done when it comes to changing the face of Nepal cricket in a meaningful manner.The most pressing priority is  to develop infrastructure and playing facilities and reform the entire structure of the sport from the grassroots level.  No one  disputes the fact that infrastructural shortcom...

T20 Nepal Premier League cricket tournament sparks excitement

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There’s a great deal of excitement around the country at the moment. The big buzz is all about the Twenty20 Nepal Premier League cricket franchise tournament, set to commence from November 30th in Kathmandu. The upcoming tourney has sports aficionados agog. They are eagerly anticipating the thrill of the shortest and fastest format of the game, which has captured the imagination of cricket fans worldwide. As the countdown to the competition begins, cricket fans' excitement is gradually reaching a crescendo. Nepal Premier League (NPL), organized by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), promises to bring an electrifying festive atmosphere. Siddhartha Bank is the title sponsor of the NPL, while Twenty First Century Media Sports serves as the strategic partner of CAN. All matches will be held at the Kirtipur Cricket Stadium, which underwent a major facelift. The upgrades are in the form of an improved outfield, exclusive VIP seating arrangements, dedicated lounges for team own...